Illinois · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Adams County, IL
6 community water systems serving Adams County reported 5,223 lead and 33 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 70 of unknown material. The most are in Quincy.
21% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Illinois average (17%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 21%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 0.3%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Adams County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QuincyQuincy | 5,223 | 33 | 70 | 29% |
| Abs Water CoopAdams County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mill Creek PWDAdams County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Clayton-Camp Point Water CommissionAdams County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| PaysonPayson | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Camp PointCamp Point | 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 Adams County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Adams County reported 5,223 lead and 33 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 70 of unknown material.
Which Adams County water systems have the most lead lines?
Quincy (5,256).
How do I check my home in Adams 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.