Mississippi · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Yalobusha County, MS
7 community water systems serving Yalobusha County reported 1,378 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 109 of unknown material. The most are in City of Water Valley.
28% 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 28%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 2.2%
- Non-lead 69%
Water systems serving Yalobusha County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Water ValleyWater Valley | 1,378 | 0 | 33 | 72% |
| Enid Lake EstatesYalobusha County | 0 | 0 | 76 | 0% |
| Billys Creek Rural W/AYalobusha County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Yalobusha Water/Sewer Dist #1Yalobusha County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Jeff Davis W/A INCYalobusha County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Tillatoba Water AssociationYalobusha County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Tri-Lakes Water Assn-WestYalobusha 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 Yalobusha County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Yalobusha County reported 1,378 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 109 of unknown material.
Which Yalobusha County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Water Valley (1,378).
How do I check my home in Yalobusha 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.