Kentucky · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Perry County, KY
3 community water systems serving Perry County reported 427 lead and 1,832 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material. The most are in Hazard Water Department.
20% 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 3.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 16%
- Unknown <0.1%
- Non-lead 80%
Water systems serving Perry County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazard Water DepartmentPerry County | 427 | 1,832 | 0 | 22% |
| Village of BuckhornPerry County | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Perry County Water & SewerPerry 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 Perry County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Perry County reported 427 lead and 1,832 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material.
Which Perry County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hazard Water Department (2,259).
How do I check my home in Perry 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.