Mississippi · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Clarke County, MS
5 community water systems serving Clarke County reported 14 lead and 386 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in City of Quitman.
9.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Mississippi average (1.9%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 9.5%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Clarke County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of QuitmanQuitman | 0 | 386 | 0 | 37% |
| Town of EnterpriseClarke County | 14 | 0 | 0 | 3.4% |
| East Quitman W/AClarke County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Harmony Water Association #4Clarke County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Harmony Water Association #1Clarke County | 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 Clarke County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Clarke County reported 14 lead and 386 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Clarke County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Quitman (386), Town of Enterprise (14).
How do I check my home in Clarke 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.