Kentucky · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Shelby County, KY
4 community water systems serving Shelby County reported 0 lead and 179 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,470 of unknown material. The most are in Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission.
0.9% 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) 0.9%
- Unknown 12%
- Non-lead 87%
Water systems serving Shelby County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelbyville Water & Sewer CommissionShelby County | 0 | 157 | 1 | 1.6% |
| North Shelby Water DistrictShelby County | 0 | 13 | 1,295 | 0.2% |
| US 60 Water DistrictShelby County | 0 | 9 | 1,174 | 0.3% |
| West Shelby Water DistrictShelby 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 Shelby County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Shelby County reported 0 lead and 179 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,470 of unknown material.
Which Shelby County water systems have the most lead lines?
Shelbyville Water & Sewer Commission (157), North Shelby Water District (13), US 60 Water District (9).
How do I check my home in Shelby 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.