Illinois · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jefferson County, IL
8 community water systems serving Jefferson County reported 46 lead and 762 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 31 of unknown material. The most are in Mount Vernon.
5.8% 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 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.5%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 94%
Water systems serving Jefferson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount VernonMount Vernon | 46 | 762 | 31 | 11% |
| Northeast Mount Vernon Water CompanyJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| WoodlawnWoodlawn | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Dix-Kell Water CommssionJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Belle RiveBelle Rive | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| WaltonvilleWaltonville | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| BlufordBluford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Big Muddy River CCIna | 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 Jefferson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jefferson County reported 46 lead and 762 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 31 of unknown material.
Which Jefferson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mount Vernon (808).
How do I check my home in Jefferson 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.