Maine · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Piscataquis County, ME
6 community water systems serving Piscataquis County reported 0 lead and 46 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,069 of unknown material. The most are in Dover-Foxcroft Water District.
1.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Maine average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 31%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Piscataquis County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover-Foxcroft Water DistrictDover-Foxcroft | 0 | 32 | 436 | 3.0% |
| Milo Water DistrictMilo | 0 | 10 | 507 | 1.3% |
| Brownville JCT Water DeptBrownville | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0.9% |
| Brownville Water DepartmentBrownville | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0.8% |
| Guilford-Sangerville Utilities DistrictAbbot | 0 | 0 | 121 | 0% |
| Maine Water Company Greenville DivisionGreenville | 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 Piscataquis County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Piscataquis County reported 0 lead and 46 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,069 of unknown material.
Which Piscataquis County water systems have the most lead lines?
Dover-Foxcroft Water District (32), Milo Water District (10), Brownville JCT Water Dept (3).
How do I check my home in Piscataquis 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.