Oklahoma · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jackson County, OK
9 community water systems serving Jackson County reported 25 lead and 498 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,171 of unknown material. The most are in Altus.
4.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Oklahoma average (0.9%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.9%
- Unknown 9.1%
- Non-lead 87%
Water systems serving Jackson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AltusJackson County | 25 | 450 | 3 | 5.0% |
| EldoradoJackson County | 0 | 48 | 2 | 23% |
| Blair Public Works AuthorityJackson County | 0 | 0 | 524 | 0% |
| Duke Public Water AuthorityJackson County | 0 | 0 | 349 | 0% |
| Duke Central Vue WaterJackson County | 0 | 0 | 191 | 0% |
| Creta Water CorporationJackson County | 0 | 0 | 82 | 0% |
| HeadrickJackson County | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0% |
| Altus AFBJackson County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Jackson Co Water CorpJackson 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 Jackson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jackson County reported 25 lead and 498 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,171 of unknown material.
Which Jackson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Altus (475), Eldorado (48).
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.