Illinois · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jersey County, IL
2 community water systems serving Jersey County reported 2 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,760 of unknown material. The most are in IL American-Jerseyville.
0.4% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.4%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Jersey County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL American-JerseyvilleJerseyville | 2 | 34 | 1,760 | 0.8% |
| Jersey RWCJersey 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 Jersey County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jersey County reported 2 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,760 of unknown material.
Which Jersey County water systems have the most lead lines?
IL American-Jerseyville (36).
How do I check my home in Jersey 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.