Kentucky · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Union County, KY
4 community water systems serving Union County reported 0 lead and 205 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,460 of unknown material. The most are in Morganfield Water Works.
3.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.2%
- Unknown 23%
- Non-lead 74%
Water systems serving Union County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morganfield Water WorksUnion County | 0 | 153 | 233 | 7.1% |
| Sturgis Water WorksUnion County | 0 | 26 | 1,013 | 2.0% |
| Uniontown Water & Sewer DeptUnion County | 0 | 23 | 214 | 3.9% |
| Union County Water DistrictUnion County | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.1% |
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 Union County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Union County reported 0 lead and 205 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,460 of unknown material.
Which Union County water systems have the most lead lines?
Morganfield Water Works (153), Sturgis Water Works (26), Uniontown Water & Sewer Dept (23).
How do I check my home in Union 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.