Louisiana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Orleans Parish, LA
2 community water systems serving Orleans Parish reported 14,832 lead and 49 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 121,909 of unknown material. The most are in New Orleans Carrollton Water Works.
11% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Louisiana average (1.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 11%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 88%
- Non-lead 1.6%
Water systems serving Orleans Parish
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Carrollton Water WorksOrleans Parish County | 13,927 | 49 | 107,622 | 11% |
| New Orleans Algiers Water WorksOrleans Parish County | 905 | 0 | 14,287 | 5.9% |
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 Orleans Parish have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Orleans Parish reported 14,832 lead and 49 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 121,909 of unknown material.
Which Orleans Parish water systems have the most lead lines?
New Orleans Carrollton Water Works (13,976), New Orleans Algiers Water Works (905).
How do I check my home in Orleans Parish?
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.