Texas · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Somervell County, TX
5 community water systems serving Somervell County reported 0 lead and 298 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 23 of unknown material. The most are in City of Glen Rose.
13% 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) 13%
- Unknown 1.0%
- Non-lead 86%
Water systems serving Somervell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Glen RoseSomervell County | 0 | 298 | 0 | 21% |
| Squaw Creek Subdivision Water SystemSomervell County | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0% |
| Orchards on the BrazosSomervell County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Greenfields on Squaw CreekSomervell County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Somervell County Water DistrictSomervell 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 Somervell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Somervell County reported 0 lead and 298 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 23 of unknown material.
Which Somervell County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Glen Rose (298).
How do I check my home in Somervell 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.