Virginia · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bath County, VA
7 community water systems serving Bath County reported 0 lead and 231 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,128 of unknown material. The most are in The Homestead Water Company.
14% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Virginia average (0.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 14%
- Unknown 69%
- Non-lead 17%
Water systems serving Bath County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Homestead Water CompanyBath County | 0 | 203 | 0 | 49% |
| Millboro - BcsaBath County | 0 | 28 | 107 | 18% |
| Bath County Regional - BcsaBath County | 0 | 0 | 599 | 0% |
| Cedar Creek - BcsaBath County | 0 | 0 | 155 | 0% |
| Thomastown/Crowdertown/Switchback - BcsaBath County | 0 | 0 | 135 | 0% |
| Clifton Forge Mountain - BcsaBath County | 0 | 0 | 123 | 0% |
| Ashwood - BcsaBath County | 0 | 0 | 9 | 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 Bath County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bath County reported 0 lead and 231 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,128 of unknown material.
Which Bath County water systems have the most lead lines?
The Homestead Water Company (203), Millboro - Bcsa (28).
How do I check my home in Bath 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.