Kentucky · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Meade County, KY
4 community water systems serving Meade County reported 0 lead and 13 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 227 of unknown material. The most are in Brandenburg Water Works.
0.1% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 2.5%
- Non-lead 97%
Water systems serving Meade County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandenburg Water WorksMeade County | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0.5% |
| Meade County Water DistrictMeade County | 0 | 5 | 23 | <0.1% |
| Doe Valley Utilities INCMeade County | 0 | 0 | 204 | 0% |
| Muldraugh Water DepartmentMeade County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
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 Meade County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Meade County reported 0 lead and 13 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 227 of unknown material.
Which Meade County water systems have the most lead lines?
Brandenburg Water Works (8), Meade County Water District (5).
How do I check my home in Meade 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.