Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Monroe County, KY
3 community water systems serving Monroe County reported 0 lead and 324 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 617 of unknown material. The most are in Tompkinsville Water Works.
5.0% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.0%
- Unknown 9.4%
- Non-lead 86%
Water systems serving Monroe County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tompkinsville Water WorksMonroe County | 0 | 324 | 9 | 30% |
| Fountain Run Water District #1Monroe County | 0 | 0 | 382 | 0% |
| Monroe County Water DistrictMonroe County | 0 | 0 | 226 | 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 Monroe County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Monroe County reported 0 lead and 324 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 617 of unknown material.
Which Monroe County water systems have the most lead lines?
Tompkinsville Water Works (324).
How do I check my home in Monroe 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.