New York · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Fulton County, NY
7 community water systems serving Fulton County reported 1,297 lead and 510 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 949 of unknown material. The most are in Gloversville (C) Water Works.
27% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the New York average (7.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 19%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.6%
- Unknown 14%
- Non-lead 59%
Water systems serving Fulton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloversville (C) Water WorksGloversville | 1,297 | 490 | 327 | 31% |
| Mayfield (V) Water WorksMayfield | 0 | 19 | 346 | 5.1% |
| Northampton (T) Water DistrictNorthampton | 0 | 1 | 156 | 0.4% |
| Aspen Hills Water DistrictJohnstown | 0 | 0 | 98 | 0% |
| Northville (V) Water WKS.Northville | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0% |
| Johnstown (C) Water WorksJohnstown | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Broadalbin (V)Broadalbin | 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 Fulton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Fulton County reported 1,297 lead and 510 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 949 of unknown material.
Which Fulton County water systems have the most lead lines?
Gloversville (C) Water Works (1,787), Mayfield (V) Water Works (19), Northampton (T) Water District (1).
How do I check my home in Fulton 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.