South Carolina · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dorchester County, SC
7 community water systems serving Dorchester County reported 0 lead and 111 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 419 of unknown material. The most are in St George Town of (Sc1810001).
0.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the South Carolina average (0.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 0.8%
- Non-lead 99%
Water systems serving Dorchester County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George Town of (Sc1810001)St. George | 0 | 111 | 419 | 9.8% |
| Summerville CPW (Sc1810003)Summerville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Dcwa Knightsville (Sc1820001)Summerville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| DCWS Ashley Phosphate (Sc1820008)North Charleston | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Dcws/Clay Field Drive (Sc1850014)Summerville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lieber Correctional Institute (1870050)Ridgeville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| DCWS Southern Palms (Sc1850011)Ladson | 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 Dorchester County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dorchester County reported 0 lead and 111 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 419 of unknown material.
Which Dorchester County water systems have the most lead lines?
St George Town of (Sc1810001) (111).
How do I check my home in Dorchester 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.