Illinois · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Union County, IL
6 community water systems serving Union County reported 1,218 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 222 of unknown material. The most are in Anna.
24% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Illinois average (17%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 24%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 4.4%
- Non-lead 72%
Water systems serving Union County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AnnaAnna | 1,218 | 0 | 219 | 59% |
| Choate MHCAnna | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Lick Creek PWDUnion County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| JonesboroJonesboro | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| CobdenCobden | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Alto Pass Water DistrictUnion 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 Union County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Union County reported 1,218 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 222 of unknown material.
Which Union County water systems have the most lead lines?
Anna (1,218).
How do I check my home in Union 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.