Virginia · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Surry County, VA
4 community water systems serving Surry County reported 0 lead and 44 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 423 of unknown material. The most are in Scottland Riverview Water Supply.
6.8% 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) 6.8%
- Unknown 65%
- Non-lead 28%
Water systems serving Surry County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scottland Riverview Water SupplySurry County | 0 | 44 | 0 | 100% |
| Town of SurrySurry County | 0 | 0 | 217 | 0% |
| Town of ClaremontSurry County | 0 | 0 | 115 | 0% |
| Guilford Heights SubdivisionSurry County | 0 | 0 | 91 | 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 Surry County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Surry County reported 0 lead and 44 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 423 of unknown material.
Which Surry County water systems have the most lead lines?
Scottland Riverview Water Supply (44).
How do I check my home in Surry 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.