Virginia · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bedford County, VA
7 community water systems serving Bedford County reported 5 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,674 of unknown material. The most are in Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa).
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Virginia average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 32%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Bedford County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa)Bedford County | 5 | 0 | 4,468 | <0.1% |
| Hardy Road Trailer Park, Section 2Bedford County | 0 | 0 | 81 | 0% |
| Montvale Water, INC.Bedford County | 0 | 0 | 49 | 0% |
| Stewartsville ConsecutiveBedford County | 0 | 0 | 41 | 0% |
| Stallion Run EstatesBedford County | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0% |
| Mountain View ShoresBedford County | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0% |
| Paradise Point EstatesBedford County | 0 | 0 | 7 | 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 Bedford County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bedford County reported 5 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,674 of unknown material.
Which Bedford County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa) (5).
How do I check my home in Bedford 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.