Indiana · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in St. Joseph County, IN
7 community water systems serving St. Joseph County reported 30,963 lead and 1,957 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15,204 of unknown material. The most are in South Bend Water Works.
47% 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 44%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.8%
- Unknown 22%
- Non-lead 32%
Water systems serving St. Joseph County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bend Water WorksSouth Bend | 27,001 | 1,037 | 10,572 | 57% |
| Mishawaka UtilitiesMishawaka | 3,956 | 855 | 4,191 | 25% |
| North Liberty Water WorksNorth Liberty | 6 | 65 | 441 | 9.5% |
| University of Notre DameNotre Dame | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Walkerton Light & WaterWalkerton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Sisters of Holy Cross-St. Marys CollegeNotre Dame | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| New Carlisle Water WorksNew Carlisle | 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 St. Joseph County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving St. Joseph County reported 30,963 lead and 1,957 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15,204 of unknown material.
Which St. Joseph County water systems have the most lead lines?
South Bend Water Works (28,038), Mishawaka Utilities (4,811), North Liberty Water Works (71).
How do I check my home in St. Joseph 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.