Texas · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Baylor County, TX
2 community water systems serving Baylor County reported 1 lead and 84 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,138 of unknown material. The most are in City of Seymour.
3.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Texas average (1.2%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.2%
- Unknown 44%
- Non-lead 53%
Water systems serving Baylor County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of SeymourBaylor County | 1 | 84 | 1,134 | 6.1% |
| Baylor WSCBaylor County | 0 | 0 | 4 | 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 Baylor County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Baylor County reported 1 lead and 84 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,138 of unknown material.
Which Baylor County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Seymour (85).
How do I check my home in Baylor 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.