Mississippi · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Tate County, MS
4 community water systems serving Tate County reported 6 lead and 89 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material. The most are in City of Senatobia.
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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.4%
- Unknown <0.1%
- Non-lead 97%
Water systems serving Tate County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of SenatobiaSenatobia | 6 | 89 | 0 | 5.1% |
| The HighlandsTate County | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Strayhorn W/A-CrockettTate County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Town of ColdwaterTate 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 Tate County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Tate County reported 6 lead and 89 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material.
Which Tate County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Senatobia (95).
How do I check my home in Tate 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.