Virginia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Clarke County, VA
4 community water systems serving Clarke County reported 2 lead and 86 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 932 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Berryville.
3.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Virginia average (0.6%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.3%
- Unknown 36%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving Clarke County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of BerryvilleClarke County | 2 | 85 | 808 | 4.5% |
| Clarke County Sanitary AuthorityClarke County | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.2% |
| RetreatClarke County | 0 | 0 | 123 | 0% |
| River ParkClarke 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 Clarke County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Clarke County reported 2 lead and 86 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 932 of unknown material.
Which Clarke County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Berryville (87), Clarke County Sanitary Authority (1).
How do I check my home in Clarke 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.