Kentucky · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ohio County, KY
4 community water systems serving Ohio County reported 0 lead and 236 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 20 of unknown material. The most are in Hartford Municipal Water Works.
2.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 98%
Water systems serving Ohio County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Municipal Water WorksOhio County | 0 | 199 | 20 | 15% |
| Beaver Dam Municipal Water & SewerOhio County | 0 | 37 | 0 | 2.1% |
| Ohio County Water DistrictOhio County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Centertown Water SystemOhio 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 Ohio County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ohio County reported 0 lead and 236 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 20 of unknown material.
Which Ohio County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hartford Municipal Water Works (199), Beaver Dam Municipal Water & Sewer (37).
How do I check my home in Ohio 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.