Illinois · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Fayette County, IL
3 community water systems serving Fayette County reported 1 lead and 177 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,286 of unknown material. The most are in Vandalia.
3.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Illinois average (17%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.1%
- Unknown 40%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Fayette County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VandaliaVandalia | 1 | 177 | 2,286 | 6.4% |
| Fayette Water CompanyFayette County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| St ElmoSaint Elmo | 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 Fayette County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Fayette County reported 1 lead and 177 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,286 of unknown material.
Which Fayette County water systems have the most lead lines?
Vandalia (178).
How do I check my home in Fayette 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.