West Virginia · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cabell County, WV
2 community water systems serving Cabell County reported 845 lead and 390 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 35,182 of unknown material. The most are in Wvawc - Huntington Dist.
2.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the West Virginia average (1.2%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.8%
- Unknown 75%
- Non-lead 22%
Water systems serving Cabell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wvawc - Huntington DistHuntington | 845 | 390 | 35,182 | 2.8% |
| Milton WaterMilton | 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 Cabell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cabell County reported 845 lead and 390 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 35,182 of unknown material.
Which Cabell County water systems have the most lead lines?
Wvawc - Huntington Dist (1,235).
How do I check my home in Cabell 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.