Illinois · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Putnam County, IL
5 community water systems serving Putnam County reported 11 lead and 43 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 182 of unknown material. The most are in Hennepin PWD.
3.3% 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 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.6%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 86%
Water systems serving Putnam County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin PWDPutnam County | 0 | 19 | 114 | 6.1% |
| StandardStandard | 9 | 9 | 29 | 14% |
| MarkMark | 0 | 15 | 23 | 5.9% |
| Lake Thunderbird SubdivsionPutnam County | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0.7% |
| GranvilleGranville | 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 Putnam County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Putnam County reported 11 lead and 43 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 182 of unknown material.
Which Putnam County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hennepin PWD (19), Standard (18), Mark (15).
How do I check my home in Putnam 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.