Virginia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Buchanan County, VA
4 community water systems serving Buchanan County reported 2 lead and 7 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,656 of unknown material. The most are in Buchanan Co PSA.
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) <0.1%
- Unknown 53%
- Non-lead 47%
Water systems serving Buchanan County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buchanan Co PSABuchanan County | 2 | 7 | 4,545 | 0.1% |
| Grassy Creek-BcpsaBuchanan County | 0 | 0 | 103 | 0% |
| Shortt Gap - BcpsaBuchanan County | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0% |
| Bcpsa - Kennel GapBuchanan County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Buchanan County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Buchanan County reported 2 lead and 7 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,656 of unknown material.
Which Buchanan County water systems have the most lead lines?
Buchanan Co PSA (9).
How do I check my home in Buchanan 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.