Mississippi · 11 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jackson County, MS
11 community water systems serving Jackson County reported 974 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 26,418 of unknown material. The most are in City of Pascagoula.
2.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Mississippi average (1.9%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 2.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 70%
- Non-lead 27%
Water systems serving Jackson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of PascagoulaPascagoula | 661 | 0 | 9,229 | 6.7% |
| City of Ocean SpringsOcean Springs | 313 | 0 | 0 | 63% |
| City of GautierJackson County | 0 | 0 | 7,160 | 0% |
| City of Moss PointMoss Point | 0 | 0 | 5,082 | 0% |
| West Jackson Co Utility DistJackson County | 0 | 0 | 3,198 | 0% |
| Gulf ParkJackson County | 0 | 0 | 1,261 | 0% |
| Ocean BeachJackson County | 0 | 0 | 217 | 0% |
| Houston Estates Utility-Palmetto PointeJackson County | 0 | 0 | 197 | 0% |
| RousesJackson County | 0 | 0 | 74 | 0% |
| Jackson Co Utility Authority-EastPascagoula | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Jackson Co Utility Authority-WestJackson 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 Jackson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jackson County reported 974 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 26,418 of unknown material.
Which Jackson County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Pascagoula (661), City of Ocean Springs (313).
How do I check my home in Jackson 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.