Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Zapata County, TX
4 community water systems serving Zapata County reported 1 lead and 23 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 511 of unknown material. The most are in Zapata County Waterworks SWTP.
0.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Texas average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.4%
- Unknown 9.0%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Zapata County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zapata County Waterworks SWTPZapata County | 0 | 16 | 449 | 0.4% |
| Zapata County San Ygnacio and RamirenoZapata County | 0 | 7 | 41 | 2.3% |
| Siesta Shores WCIDZapata County | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.1% |
| Zapata County WCID Hwy 16 EastZapata County | 0 | 0 | 21 | 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 Zapata County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Zapata County reported 1 lead and 23 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 511 of unknown material.
Which Zapata County water systems have the most lead lines?
Zapata County Waterworks SWTP (16), Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno (7), Siesta Shores WCID (1).
How do I check my home in Zapata 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.