Indiana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dekalb County, IN
5 community water systems serving Dekalb County reported 468 lead and 57 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,206 of unknown material. The most are in Auburn Water Department.
4.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Indiana average (9.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 4.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 84%
Water systems serving Dekalb County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Water DepartmentAuburn | 354 | 0 | 0 | 6.3% |
| Garrett Water UtilityGarrett | 114 | 57 | 1,127 | 6.6% |
| St. Joe Water DepartmentSt. Joe | 0 | 0 | 79 | 0% |
| Butler Water DepartmentButler | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Waterloo Water WorksWaterloo | 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 Dekalb County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dekalb County reported 468 lead and 57 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,206 of unknown material.
Which Dekalb County water systems have the most lead lines?
Auburn Water Department (354), Garrett Water Utility (171).
How do I check my home in Dekalb 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.