Texas · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Colorado County, TX
7 community water systems serving Colorado County reported 782 lead and 467 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 166 of unknown material. The most are in City of Weimar.
25% 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 15%
- Galvanized (replace) 9.2%
- Unknown 3.3%
- Non-lead 72%
Water systems serving Colorado County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of WeimarColorado County | 782 | 0 | 129 | 70% |
| City of Eagle LakeColorado County | 0 | 464 | 0 | 31% |
| Lake Sheridan EstatesColorado County | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.6% |
| Sheridan WSCColorado County | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.5% |
| Alleyton Water SystemColorado County | 0 | 0 | 36 | 0% |
| Happy OaksColorado County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| City of ColumbusColorado 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 Colorado County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Colorado County reported 782 lead and 467 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 166 of unknown material.
Which Colorado County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Weimar (782), City of Eagle Lake (464), Lake Sheridan Estates (2).
How do I check my home in Colorado 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.