Vermont · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Essex County, VT
4 community water systems serving Essex County reported 0 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 321 of unknown material. The most are in Aqua Haven.
0.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Vermont average (1.4%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.7%
- Unknown 42%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Essex County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua HavenEast Haven | 0 | 4 | 26 | 9.3% |
| Canaan FD #2Canaan | 0 | 1 | 54 | 0.8% |
| Brighton Water SystemBrighton | 0 | 0 | 231 | 0% |
| Guildhall Water SystemGuildhall | 0 | 0 | 10 | 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 Essex County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Essex County reported 0 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 321 of unknown material.
Which Essex County water systems have the most lead lines?
Aqua Haven (4), Canaan FD #2 (1).
How do I check my home in Essex 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.