Indiana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Steuben County, IN
5 community water systems serving Steuben County reported 26 lead and 101 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 413 of unknown material. The most are in Angola Water Department.
2.3% 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 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 7.4%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Steuben County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angola Water DepartmentAngola | 26 | 101 | 0 | 4.1% |
| Orland Water WorksOrland | 0 | 0 | 358 | 0% |
| Glen Eden AssociationAngola | 0 | 0 | 55 | 0% |
| Hamilton Water DepartmentHamilton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Fremont Water DepartmentFremont | 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 Steuben County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Steuben County reported 26 lead and 101 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 413 of unknown material.
Which Steuben County water systems have the most lead lines?
Angola Water Department (127).
How do I check my home in Steuben 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.