Indiana · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Delaware County, IN
6 community water systems serving Delaware County reported 169 lead and 175 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21,024 of unknown material. The most are in Indiana American Water - Muncie.
1.0% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Indiana average (9.0%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 59%
- Non-lead 40%
Water systems serving Delaware County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana American Water - MuncieMuncie | 166 | 118 | 19,807 | 0.9% |
| Albany Water DepartmentAlbany | 0 | 34 | 0 | 3.2% |
| Eaton Water WorksEaton | 3 | 23 | 320 | 3.6% |
| Yorktown Water DepartmentYorktown | 0 | 0 | 612 | 0% |
| Gaston Water WorksGaston | 0 | 0 | 285 | 0% |
| Daleville (Town Of)Daleville | 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 Delaware County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Delaware County reported 169 lead and 175 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21,024 of unknown material.
Which Delaware County water systems have the most lead lines?
Indiana American Water - Muncie (284), Albany Water Department (34), Eaton Water Works (26).
How do I check my home in Delaware 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.