Lead pipes in District Of Columbia County, District of Columbia

How many lead pipes are in District Of Columbia County, DC?

Water systems based in District Of Columbia County reported 16,935 lead service lines, 220 galvanized lines that need replacing and 13,427 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Washington, DC has the most, with 17,125 lead and galvanized lines.

Lead lines16,935

Galvanized (replace)220

Unknown material13,427

Water systems3

Lead and galvanized lines by water system in District Of Columbia County

Free replacement program confirmed

Who pays in District of Columbia

In the District of Columbia, DC Water and the Department of Energy and Environment cover the private side for enrolled owners through the Lead Pipe Replacement Assistance Program and DC Water's House by House program.

Confirmed programs in District Of Columbia County

Washington, DC: Free private side for enrolled owners.

Every District Of Columbia County water system with lead lines

Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.

Water system	Lead	Galv.	Unknown	Program
Washington, DC D.C. Water and Sewer Authority	16,935	190	13,388	Free for eligible owners
Naval Station Washington Naval Station Washington - Wny	0	23	4	Not confirmed
Joint Base Anacostia Joint Base Anacostia - Bolling	0	7	35	Not confirmed

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in District Of Columbia County, DC?

Who pays to replace lead service lines in District Of Columbia County?

It depends on your water utility. In the District of Columbia, DC Water and the Department of Energy and Environment cover the private side for enrolled owners through the Lead Pipe Replacement Assistance Program and DC Water's House by House program.. We have confirmed programs for 1 District Of Columbia County utility, listed on this page.

How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?

Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.