Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Madison County, TX
4 community water systems serving Madison County reported 0 lead and 152 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in TDCJ Ferguson Unit.
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 0%
- Non-lead 95%
Water systems serving Madison County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDCJ Ferguson UnitMadison County | 0 | 78 | 0 | 100% |
| City of MadisonvilleMadison County | 0 | 74 | 0 | 3.7% |
| North Zulch MUDMadison County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| High Prairie Water Supply CorpMadison 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 Madison County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Madison County reported 0 lead and 152 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Madison County water systems have the most lead lines?
TDCJ Ferguson Unit (78), City of Madisonville (74).
How do I check my home in Madison 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.