Washington · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Douglas County, WA
7 community water systems serving Douglas County reported 11 lead and 36 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 67 of unknown material. The most are in Afc Ranch 1.
2.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Washington average (0.3%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.0%
- Unknown 3.8%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Douglas County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afc Ranch 1Douglas County | 11 | 11 | 0 | 100% |
| Withrow Water WorksDouglas County | 0 | 22 | 0 | 92% |
| Town of WatervilleDouglas County | 0 | 3 | 35 | 0.5% |
| City of BridgeportDouglas County | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0% |
| Greater Bar Water DistrictDouglas County | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0% |
| East Wenatchee Water DistrictDouglas County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| City of Rock Island Water DeptDouglas County | 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 Douglas County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Douglas County reported 11 lead and 36 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 67 of unknown material.
Which Douglas County water systems have the most lead lines?
Afc Ranch 1 (22), Withrow Water Works (22), Town of Waterville (3).
How do I check my home in Douglas 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.