Virginia · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Scott County, VA
9 community water systems serving Scott County reported 0 lead and 602 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,417 of unknown material. The most are in Moccasin Gap_scott Co PSA.
9.1% 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) 9.1%
- Unknown 21%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Scott County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moccasin Gap_scott Co PSAScott County | 0 | 517 | 314 | 20% |
| Scpsa - NickelsvilleScott County | 0 | 68 | 36 | 21% |
| Duffield_scott Co PSAScott County | 0 | 16 | 15 | 0.8% |
| Town of Gate CityScott County | 0 | 1 | 892 | <0.1% |
| Town of DungannonScott County | 0 | 0 | 145 | 0% |
| East Carters ValleyScott County | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Spring Valley SubdivisionScott County | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Scpsa-ManvilleScott County | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Cove Creek/Scott Co PSAScott 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 Scott County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Scott County reported 0 lead and 602 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,417 of unknown material.
Which Scott County water systems have the most lead lines?
Moccasin Gap_scott Co PSA (517), Scpsa - Nickelsville (68), Duffield_scott Co PSA (16).
How do I check my home in Scott 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.