Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kleberg County, TX
4 community water systems serving Kleberg County reported 0 lead and 473 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 499 of unknown material. The most are in City of Kingsville.
4.5% 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) 4.5%
- Unknown 4.7%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Kleberg County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of KingsvilleKleberg County | 0 | 473 | 50 | 5.3% |
| Ricardo WSCKleberg County | 0 | 0 | 449 | 0% |
| Naval Air Station KingsvilleKleberg County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Baffin Bay WSCKleberg 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 Kleberg County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kleberg County reported 0 lead and 473 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 499 of unknown material.
Which Kleberg County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Kingsville (473).
How do I check my home in Kleberg 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.