Kentucky · 1 community water system
Lead pipes in Martin County, KY
1 community water system serving Martin County reported 1 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 779 of unknown material. The most are in Martin Co Water District #1.
0.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.3%
- Unknown 23%
- Non-lead 76%
Water systems serving Martin County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Co Water District #1Martin County | 1 | 11 | 779 | 0.4% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Martin County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Martin County reported 1 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 779 of unknown material.
Which Martin County water systems have the most lead lines?
Martin Co Water District #1 (12).
How do I check my home in Martin County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.