Indiana · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Grant County, IN
7 community water systems serving Grant County reported 3,094 lead and 213 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,076 of unknown material. The most are in Marion City Water Works.
18% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Indiana average (9.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 17%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Grant County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion City Water WorksMarion | 3,094 | 0 | 0 | 26% |
| Jonesboro Water DepartmentJonesboro | 0 | 179 | 618 | 22% |
| Upland Water DepartmentUpland | 0 | 15 | 60 | 1.7% |
| Swayzee Water UtilitySwayzee | 0 | 14 | 444 | 3.0% |
| Gas City Water DepartmentGas City | 0 | 3 | 580 | 0.1% |
| Van Buren Municipal UtilitiesVan Buren | 0 | 2 | 374 | 0.4% |
| Fairmount Water WorksFairmount | 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 Grant County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Grant County reported 3,094 lead and 213 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,076 of unknown material.
Which Grant County water systems have the most lead lines?
Marion City Water Works (3,094), Jonesboro Water Department (179), Upland Water Department (15).
How do I check my home in Grant 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.