Mississippi · 13 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hinds County, MS
13 community water systems serving Hinds County reported 0 lead and 13,819 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 36,340 of unknown material. The most are in City of Jackson.
13% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 13%
- Unknown 34%
- Non-lead 53%
Water systems serving Hinds County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of JacksonJackson | 0 | 13,816 | 22,800 | 22% |
| City of Jackson-Maddox RD.Jackson | 0 | 3 | 13,540 | <0.1% |
| City of ClintonClinton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| South Central Water AssnHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| North Hinds W/A #1-BrownsvilleHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Reedtown Water AssnHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of RaymondRaymond | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| North Hinds W/A #6-Shepherd HillsHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Town of EdwardsHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| North Hinds W/A #2-Chapel HillHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Town of TerryHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Eastside Water AssociationHinds County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mt Olive Water AssociationHinds 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 Hinds County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hinds County reported 0 lead and 13,819 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 36,340 of unknown material.
Which Hinds County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Jackson (13,816), City of Jackson-Maddox RD. (3).
How do I check my home in Hinds 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.