North Carolina · 11 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jackson County, NC
11 community water systems serving Jackson County reported 0 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 792 of unknown material. The most are in Ballough Hills.
0.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the North Carolina average (0.4%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 16%
- Non-lead 84%
Water systems serving Jackson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballough HillsBalsam | 0 | 4 | 4 | 10% |
| Carolina Village ApartmentsCullowhee | 0 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Big Sheep CliffCashiers | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.5% |
| Morningstar Assisted Living of SylvaSylva | 0 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Fairfield SapphireCashiers | 0 | 0 | 637 | 0% |
| Forest Hills Water SystemCullowhee | 0 | 0 | 110 | 0% |
| Cashiers VillageCashiers | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0% |
| The Divide Water SystemSapphire | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0% |
| Cedar Ridge EstatesCashiers | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Western Carolina Univ WTPCullowhee | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer AuthCullowhee | 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 0 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 792 of unknown material.
Which Jackson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ballough Hills (4), Carolina Village Apartments (2), Big Sheep Cliff (1).
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.