Virginia · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Louisa County, VA
6 community water systems serving Louisa County reported 0 lead and 60 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Mineral.
2.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Virginia average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 0.5%
- Non-lead 97%
Water systems serving Louisa County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of MineralLouisa County | 0 | 60 | 3 | 18% |
| Sesmau Jerdone IslandLouisa County | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| Louisa County Water AuthorityLouisa County | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Louisa County Zion CrossroadsLouisa County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Blue Ridge ShoresLouisa County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Town of LouisaLouisa County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Louisa County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Louisa County reported 0 lead and 60 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15 of unknown material.
Which Louisa County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Mineral (60).
How do I check my home in Louisa 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.