Indiana · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jennings County, IN
7 community water systems serving Jennings County reported 1 lead and 36 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,293 of unknown material. The most are in North Vernon Water Department.
0.4% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.4%
- Unknown 22%
- Non-lead 77%
Water systems serving Jennings County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Vernon Water DepartmentNorth Vernon | 1 | 32 | 1,320 | 1.4% |
| Burnt Pines Water AssociationNorth Vernon | 0 | 4 | 180 | 1.2% |
| Dupont Water CompanyDupont | 0 | 0 | 622 | 0% |
| Vernon Water DepartmentVernon | 0 | 0 | 171 | 0% |
| Jennings Water, INC.North Vernon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Jennings Northwest Regional UtilityNorth Vernon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Hayden Water AssociationNorth Vernon | 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 Jennings County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jennings County reported 1 lead and 36 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,293 of unknown material.
Which Jennings County water systems have the most lead lines?
North Vernon Water Department (33), Burnt Pines Water Association (4).
How do I check my home in Jennings 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.