Indianapolis, IN · PWSID IN5249004
Citizens Water - Indianapolis lead service lines
56,961 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Citizens Water - Indianapolis reported 56,766 lead and 195 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 374,679 in its inventory. That's 15% of all its lines. Another 39,935 (11%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #1 of 232 Indiana systems with confirmed lead lines, and #6 nationally.
15% of Citizens Water - Indianapolis's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the Indiana average (9.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 15%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 74%
Total service lines reported: 374,679. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 880,345; 352,138 connections.
Lead test results
Citizens Water - Indianapolis's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2026–Jun 2026) was 3.4 ppb, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 56,961 in 2025 Q1 to 56,961 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 39,935 to 39,935, no change.
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Citizens Water - Indianapolis since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Citizens Water - Indianapolis's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It buys treated water from Anderson Water Department. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Citizens Water - Indianapolis is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 11 other water systems: Citizens Water - Whitestown, Citizens Water of Westfield, LLC, Brownsburg Water Works, Danville Water Works, Pittsboro Water Company, Morgan County Rural Water Company, Citizens Water - Morgan, Tri-County Conservancy District, Carmel Clay Water, Town of Lizton Water Utility, Citizens Water of Westfield LLC.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Replacement program
Free in scheduled neighborhoods
Citizens Energy Group replaces customer-owned lead lines neighborhood by neighborhood at no extra cost; all customers pay a monthly Lead Service Line Recovery fee (about $4.49 to $6.73 for most homes). Owners who want it sooner can pay only for the private-side work.
- Check Citizens Energy's lead program page for your neighborhood's schedule.
- Sign the agreement when Citizens contacts you.
Checked November 2026. Sources: wfyi.org, blog.citizensenergygroup.com. Programs and funding change, so confirm with the utility. Programs in other cities.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Citizens Water - Indianapolis whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Marion County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Citizens Water - Indianapolis's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
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Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Lawrence Utilities | 0 | 0 |
| Speedway Water Works | 40 | 3,836 |
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Questions
Does Citizens Water - Indianapolis have lead pipes?
Yes. Citizens Water - Indianapolis reported 56,766 lead service lines and 195 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 374,679 total. 39,935 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Citizens Water - Indianapolis's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Citizens Water - Indianapolis replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Citizens Water - Indianapolis had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Citizens Water - Indianapolis.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Citizens Water - Indianapolis lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/in/citizens-water-indianapolis/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.