Illinois · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Mercer County, IL
4 community water systems serving Mercer County reported 56 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 339 of unknown material. The most are in Seaton.
2.3% 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 2.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 14%
- Non-lead 84%
Water systems serving Mercer County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SeatonSeaton | 53 | 0 | 25 | 66% |
| JoyJoy | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1.5% |
| SherrardSherrard | 0 | 0 | 314 | 0% |
| AledoAledo | 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 Mercer County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Mercer County reported 56 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 339 of unknown material.
Which Mercer County water systems have the most lead lines?
Seaton (53), Joy (3).
How do I check my home in Mercer 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.