Texas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Carson County, TX
3 community water systems serving Carson County reported 0 lead and 832 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 803 of unknown material. The most are in Panhandle Municipal Water System.
37% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Texas average (1.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 37%
- Unknown 36%
- Non-lead 26%
Water systems serving Carson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panhandle Municipal Water SystemCarson County | 0 | 831 | 0 | 64% |
| White Deer Municipal Water SystemCarson County | 0 | 1 | 457 | 0.2% |
| Skellytown Municipal Water SystemCarson County | 0 | 0 | 346 | 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 Carson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Carson County reported 0 lead and 832 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 803 of unknown material.
Which Carson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Panhandle Municipal Water System (831), White Deer Municipal Water System (1).
How do I check my home in Carson 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.