North Carolina · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Mitchell County, NC
3 community water systems serving Mitchell County reported 0 lead and 283 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,454 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Spruce Pine.
11% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the North Carolina average (0.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 54%
- Non-lead 35%
Water systems serving Mitchell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Spruce PineSpruce Pine | 0 | 283 | 1,240 | 12% |
| Town of BakersvilleBakersville | 0 | 0 | 175 | 0% |
| Swiss Pine LakesSpruce Pine | 0 | 0 | 39 | 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 Mitchell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Mitchell County reported 0 lead and 283 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,454 of unknown material.
Which Mitchell County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Spruce Pine (283).
How do I check my home in Mitchell 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.