Illinois · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Alexander County, IL
5 community water systems serving Alexander County reported 0 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,742 of unknown material. The most are in IL American-Cairo.
0.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Illinois average (17%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.8%
- Unknown 61%
- Non-lead 38%
Water systems serving Alexander County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL American-CairoCairo | 0 | 27 | 2,401 | 1.0% |
| ThebesThebes | 0 | 7 | 46 | 8.1% |
| TammsTamms | 0 | 0 | 295 | 0% |
| Southwater INCAlexander County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Central Alexander Cnty PWDAlexander County | 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 Alexander County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Alexander County reported 0 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,742 of unknown material.
Which Alexander County water systems have the most lead lines?
IL American-Cairo (27), Thebes (7).
How do I check my home in Alexander 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.