Lead pipes in Palm Beach County, Florida
How many lead pipes are in Palm Beach County, FL?
Water systems based in Palm Beach County reported 1 lead service lines, 3,241 galvanized lines that need replacing and 28,772 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Delray Beach has the most, with 3,182 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in Florida
This state has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. Under the federal rule, utilities must replace every lead line and galvanized line that needs it within ten years of November 1, 2027, but the rule does not make utilities pay for the owner's side. Federal infrastructure money passed through the state revolving fund can pay for it, so many utilities offer free or discounted replacement, especially for low-income owners.
Every Palm Beach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delray Beach Delray Beach Public Water System | 0 | 3,182 | 308 | Not confirmed |
| Gulfstream Town of Gulfstream | 0 | 56 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Village of Golf Village of Golf | 1 | 3 | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Lake Worth Beach Lake Worth Beach Utilities | 0 | 0 | 5,652 | Not confirmed |
| Seacoast Utilities Authority Seacoast Utilities Authority | 0 | 0 | 11,706 | Not confirmed |
| Boca Raton Boca Raton WTP | 0 | 0 | 9,175 | Not confirmed |
| Lantana Lantana Water Treatment Plant | 0 | 0 | 1,929 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Palm Beach County, FL?
Water systems based in Palm Beach County reported 1 lead service lines, 3,241 galvanized lines that need replacing and 28,772 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Delray Beach has the most, with 3,182 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Palm Beach County?
It depends on your water utility. Florida has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. We have not confirmed a homeowner program for a utility in this county yet, so ask your utility before you hire a contractor.
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.
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