Indiana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Noble County, IN
5 community water systems serving Noble County reported 1,874 lead and 447 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,046 of unknown material. The most are in Kendallville Water Department.
32% 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 26%
- Galvanized (replace) 6.2%
- Unknown 15%
- Non-lead 53%
Water systems serving Noble County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendallville Water DepartmentKendallville | 1,676 | 16 | 0 | 46% |
| Ligonier Water WorksLigonier | 194 | 405 | 0 | 43% |
| Avilla Water DepartmentAvilla | 4 | 19 | 241 | 2.4% |
| Cromwell Water WorksCromwell | 0 | 7 | 173 | 3.4% |
| Albion Water & SewerAlbion | 0 | 0 | 632 | 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 Noble County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Noble County reported 1,874 lead and 447 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,046 of unknown material.
Which Noble County water systems have the most lead lines?
Kendallville Water Department (1,692), Ligonier Water Works (599), Avilla Water Department (23).
How do I check my home in Noble 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.