Illinois · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ford County, IL
5 community water systems serving Ford County reported 9 lead and 194 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,974 of unknown material. The most are in Paxton.
4.5% 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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.3%
- Unknown 44%
- Non-lead 52%
Water systems serving Ford County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PaxtonPaxton | 0 | 114 | 1,027 | 5.5% |
| Piper CityPiper City | 8 | 42 | 226 | 13% |
| SibleySibley | 0 | 38 | 1 | 22% |
| Gibson CityGibson City | 1 | 0 | 681 | <0.1% |
| KemptonKempton | 0 | 0 | 39 | 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 Ford County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ford County reported 9 lead and 194 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,974 of unknown material.
Which Ford County water systems have the most lead lines?
Paxton (114), Piper City (50), Sibley (38).
How do I check my home in Ford 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.