Illinois · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Woodford County, IL
8 community water systems serving Woodford County reported 2 lead and 88 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 674 of unknown material. The most are in Eureka.
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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 7.1%
- Non-lead 92%
Water systems serving Woodford County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EurekaEureka | 0 | 76 | 212 | 3.5% |
| MetamoraMetamora | 0 | 12 | 438 | 0.7% |
| RoanokeRoanoke | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.2% |
| Low Point Water DistrictWoodford County | 0 | 0 | 24 | 0% |
| Caterpillar Trail PWDEureka | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| El PasoEl Paso | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| MinonkMinonk | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| WashburnWashburn | 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 Woodford County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Woodford County reported 2 lead and 88 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 674 of unknown material.
Which Woodford County water systems have the most lead lines?
Eureka (76), Metamora (12), Roanoke (2).
How do I check my home in Woodford 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.