West Virginia · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jefferson County, WV
6 community water systems serving Jefferson County reported 0 lead and 422 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,209 of unknown material. The most are in Corporation of Shepherdstown.
3.1% 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 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.1%
- Unknown 8.8%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Jefferson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation of ShepherdstownShepherdstown | 0 | 422 | 0 | 23% |
| Wvaw - Walnut Grove UtilitiesCharles Town | 0 | 0 | 798 | 0% |
| Wvaw - the Mountain Water SystemHarpers Ferry | 0 | 0 | 389 | 0% |
| Wvaw - Cave Quarter UtilityCharles Town | 0 | 0 | 22 | 0% |
| Charles Town UtilitiesCharles Town | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Corporation of Harpers FerryHarpers Ferry | 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 Jefferson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jefferson County reported 0 lead and 422 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,209 of unknown material.
Which Jefferson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Corporation of Shepherdstown (422).
How do I check my home in Jefferson 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.