Indiana · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lawrence County, IN
6 community water systems serving Lawrence County reported 1 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11,502 of unknown material. The most are in North Lawrence Water Authority.
<0.1% 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%
- Unknown 60%
- Non-lead 40%
Water systems serving Lawrence County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Lawrence Water AuthorityBedford | 1 | 0 | 2,488 | <0.1% |
| Bedford City UtilitiesBedford | 0 | 0 | 5,043 | 0% |
| South Lawrence UtilitiesMitchell | 0 | 0 | 2,013 | 0% |
| Mitchell Water DepartmentMitchell | 0 | 0 | 1,459 | 0% |
| East Lawrence Water AuthorityBedford | 0 | 0 | 499 | 0% |
| Oolitic Water WorksOolitic | 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 Lawrence County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lawrence County reported 1 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11,502 of unknown material.
Which Lawrence County water systems have the most lead lines?
North Lawrence Water Authority (1).
How do I check my home in Lawrence 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.