Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Montague County, TX
4 community water systems serving Montague County reported 5 lead and 1,556 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material. The most are in City of Bowie.
27% 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) 27%
- Unknown 2.9%
- Non-lead 71%
Water systems serving Montague County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BowieMontague County | 0 | 1,539 | 12 | 41% |
| City of Saint JoMontague County | 5 | 17 | 0 | 5.5% |
| Montague Water SystemMontague County | 0 | 0 | 158 | 0% |
| City of NoconaMontague 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 Montague County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Montague County reported 5 lead and 1,556 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material.
Which Montague County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Bowie (1,539), City of Saint Jo (22).
How do I check my home in Montague 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.