Illinois · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cass County, IL
3 community water systems serving Cass County reported 0 lead and 156 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in Beardstown.
4.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Illinois average (17%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.4%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 96%
Water systems serving Cass County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BeardstownBeardstown | 0 | 156 | 0 | 8.0% |
| VirginiaVirginia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| AshlandAshland | 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 Cass County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cass County reported 0 lead and 156 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Cass County water systems have the most lead lines?
Beardstown (156).
How do I check my home in Cass 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.