Illinois · 15 community water systems
Lead pipes in Winnebago County, IL
15 community water systems serving Winnebago County reported 14,280 lead and 1,414 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 31,962 of unknown material. The most are in Rockford.
17% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Illinois average (17%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 16%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 35%
- Non-lead 48%
Water systems serving Winnebago County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RockfordRockford | 14,240 | 1,088 | 28,598 | 28% |
| IL American-South BeloitSouth Beloit | 36 | 130 | 2,286 | 5.3% |
| RocktonRockton | 0 | 144 | 0 | 4.9% |
| Bradley Heights SubdivisionRockford | 3 | 49 | 31 | 39% |
| IL American-WildwoodRockford | 1 | 3 | 105 | 2.1% |
| Otter Creek Lake Utilities DistrictLoves Park | 0 | 0 | 548 | 0% |
| IL American-WestlakeLoves Park | 0 | 0 | 295 | 0% |
| IL American-Coventry HillWinnebago County | 0 | 0 | 72 | 0% |
| IL American-Coventry CreekWinnebago County | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0% |
| North Park PWDMachesney Park | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Loves ParkLoves Park | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Cherry ValleyCherry Valley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| WinnebagoWinnebago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| PecatonicaPecatonica | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| DurandDurand | 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 Winnebago County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Winnebago County reported 14,280 lead and 1,414 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 31,962 of unknown material.
Which Winnebago County water systems have the most lead lines?
Rockford (15,328), IL American-South Beloit (166), Rockton (144).
How do I check my home in Winnebago 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.