Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jones County, TX
4 community water systems serving Jones County reported 3 lead and 311 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 64 of unknown material. The most are in City of Hamlin.
5.0% 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) 4.9%
- Unknown 1.0%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Jones County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HamlinJones County | 0 | 254 | 0 | 27% |
| City of StamfordJones County | 3 | 56 | 64 | 4.2% |
| City of AnsonJones County | 0 | 1 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Hawley WSCJones 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 Jones County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jones County reported 3 lead and 311 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 64 of unknown material.
Which Jones County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Hamlin (254), City of Stamford (59), City of Anson (1).
How do I check my home in Jones 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.