Texas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Howard County, TX
3 community water systems serving Howard County reported 2 lead and 900 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 464 of unknown material. The most are in City of Big Spring.
7.9% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.9%
- Unknown 4.1%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Howard County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Big SpringHoward County | 2 | 809 | 462 | 8.1% |
| City of ForsanHoward County | 0 | 70 | 2 | 80% |
| City of CoahomaHoward County | 0 | 21 | 0 | 1.5% |
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 Howard County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Howard County reported 2 lead and 900 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 464 of unknown material.
Which Howard County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Big Spring (811), City of Forsan (70), City of Coahoma (21).
How do I check my home in Howard 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.