Texas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lavaca County, TX
3 community water systems serving Lavaca County reported 7 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 749 of unknown material. The most are in City of Hallettsville.
0.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Texas average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.7%
- Unknown 23%
- Non-lead 76%
Water systems serving Lavaca County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HallettsvilleLavaca County | 0 | 23 | 0 | 1.5% |
| City of MoultonLavaca County | 7 | 1 | 522 | 1.4% |
| City of ShinerLavaca County | 0 | 0 | 227 | 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 Lavaca County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lavaca County reported 7 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 749 of unknown material.
Which Lavaca County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Hallettsville (23), City of Moulton (8).
How do I check my home in Lavaca 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.