Rhode Island · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kent County, RI
4 community water systems serving Kent County reported 55 lead and 3 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,376 of unknown material. The most are in City of Warwick.
0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Rhode Island average (11%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 4.3%
- Non-lead 96%
Water systems serving Kent County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of WarwickWarwick | 55 | 3 | 0 | 0.2% |
| Kent County Water AuthorityCoventry | 0 | 0 | 2,376 | 0% |
| Cne - New London Turnpike Entry PointCoventry | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Warwick-PotowomutWarwick | 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 Kent County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kent County reported 55 lead and 3 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,376 of unknown material.
Which Kent County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Warwick (58).
How do I check my home in Kent 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.