Indiana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Decatur County, IN
5 community water systems serving Decatur County reported 0 lead and 627 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,090 of unknown material. The most are in Greensburg Municipal Water Works.
7.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Indiana average (9.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.6%
- Unknown 13%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Decatur County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greensburg Municipal Water WorksGreensburg | 0 | 618 | 0 | 12% |
| Westport Water CompanyWestport | 0 | 5 | 446 | 0.8% |
| Decatur Co. Water Corp.Greensburg | 0 | 4 | 644 | 0.3% |
| Lake Santee RWWDGreensburg | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| St. Paul Municipal WaterSt. Paul | 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 Decatur County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Decatur County reported 0 lead and 627 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,090 of unknown material.
Which Decatur County water systems have the most lead lines?
Greensburg Municipal Water Works (618), Westport Water Company (5), Decatur Co. Water Corp. (4).
How do I check my home in Decatur 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.