Maryland · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Baltimore City, MD
2 community water systems serving Baltimore City reported 47 lead and 385 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 335,694 of unknown material. The most are in City of Baltimore.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Maryland average (0.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 74%
- Non-lead 26%
Water systems serving Baltimore City
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BaltimoreBaltimore City County | 47 | 385 | 335,694 | <0.1% |
| Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore City County | 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 Baltimore City have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Baltimore City reported 47 lead and 385 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 335,694 of unknown material.
Which Baltimore City water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Baltimore (432).
How do I check my home in Baltimore City?
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.