Lead Pipe Map

Texas · 2 community water systems

Lead pipes in Yoakum County, TX

2 community water systems serving Yoakum County reported 0 lead and 416 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 754 of unknown material. The most are in City of Denver City.

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%).

0Lead
416Galvanized, replace
754Unknown
2,092Non-lead

Water systems serving Yoakum County

Water systemLeadGalv.Unknown% leadPeople
City of Denver CityYoakum County0416017%5,500
City of PlainsYoakum County007540%1,355

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

  1. Check the pipe where water enters your home.
  2. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
  3. Test your water, often free through the utility.
  4. Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.

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Questions

Does Yoakum County have lead pipes?

Yes. Water systems serving Yoakum County reported 0 lead and 416 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 754 of unknown material.

Which Yoakum County water systems have the most lead lines?

City of Denver City (416).

How do I check my home in Yoakum 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.