Maine · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Waldo County, ME
4 community water systems serving Waldo County reported 0 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 67 of unknown material. The most are in Winterport Water District.
0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Maine average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 1.7%
- Non-lead 98%
Water systems serving Waldo County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winterport Water DistrictWinterport | 0 | 3 | 36 | 0.9% |
| Northport Village Corp Water DeptNorthport | 0 | 1 | 31 | 0.3% |
| Belfast Water DistrictBelfast | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Searsport Water DistrictSearsport | 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 Waldo County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Waldo County reported 0 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 67 of unknown material.
Which Waldo County water systems have the most lead lines?
Winterport Water District (3), Northport Village Corp Water Dept (1).
How do I check my home in Waldo 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.