Illinois · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Stephenson County, IL
6 community water systems serving Stephenson County reported 41 lead and 72 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,089 of unknown material. The most are in Dakota.
0.9% 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 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 8.5%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Stephenson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DakotaDakota | 24 | 31 | 10 | 29% |
| WinslowWinslow | 12 | 18 | 62 | 17% |
| Rock CityRock City | 5 | 23 | 10 | 20% |
| FreeportFreeport | 0 | 0 | 901 | 0% |
| IL American-Northern HillStephenson County | 0 | 0 | 106 | 0% |
| LenaLena | 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 Stephenson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Stephenson County reported 41 lead and 72 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,089 of unknown material.
Which Stephenson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Dakota (55), Winslow (30), Rock City (28).
How do I check my home in Stephenson 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.