Washington · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Adams County, WA
5 community water systems serving Adams County reported 86 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 670 of unknown material. The most are in Othello Country Club Water Assn.
2.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Washington average (0.3%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 2.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 80%
Water systems serving Adams County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Othello Country Club Water AssnAdams County | 86 | 0 | 0 | 50% |
| Ritzville Water DepartmentAdams County | 0 | 0 | 547 | 0% |
| Othello Manor LLCAdams County | 0 | 0 | 122 | 0% |
| Highland Estates Water SystemAdams County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Othello Water DepartmentAdams 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 Adams County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Adams County reported 86 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 670 of unknown material.
Which Adams County water systems have the most lead lines?
Othello Country Club Water Assn (86).
How do I check my home in Adams 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.