Texas · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hale County, TX
6 community water systems serving Hale County reported 0 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,101 of unknown material. The most are in Plainview Municipal Water System.
2.4% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.4%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 71%
Water systems serving Hale County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plainview Municipal Water SystemHale County | 0 | 168 | 942 | 1.9% |
| City of Hale CenterHale County | 0 | 113 | 155 | 12% |
| City of AbernathyHale County | 0 | 0 | 1,440 | 0% |
| City of PetersburgHale County | 0 | 0 | 529 | 0% |
| City of EdmonsonHale County | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0% |
| Seth Ward WSCHale County | 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 Hale County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hale County reported 0 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,101 of unknown material.
Which Hale County water systems have the most lead lines?
Plainview Municipal Water System (168), City of Hale Center (113).
How do I check my home in Hale 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.