Illinois · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wabash County, IL
2 community water systems serving Wabash County reported 2 lead and 53 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,631 of unknown material. The most are in Mount Carmel.
1.2% 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) 1.2%
- Unknown 79%
- Non-lead 20%
Water systems serving Wabash County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount CarmelMount Carmel | 2 | 53 | 3,631 | 1.4% |
| Rural Wabash County Water DistrictWabash 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 Wabash County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wabash County reported 2 lead and 53 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,631 of unknown material.
Which Wabash County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mount Carmel (55).
How do I check my home in Wabash 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.