Indiana · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Tipton County, IN
3 community water systems serving Tipton County reported 0 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,755 of unknown material. The most are in Tipton Utility Service B.
8.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Indiana average (9.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 8.8%
- Unknown 55%
- Non-lead 36%
Water systems serving Tipton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tipton Utility Service BTipton | 0 | 278 | 1,085 | 11% |
| Sharpsville Water UtilitySharpsville | 0 | 3 | 321 | 0.9% |
| Windfall Water DepartmentWindfall | 0 | 0 | 349 | 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 Tipton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Tipton County reported 0 lead and 281 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,755 of unknown material.
Which Tipton County water systems have the most lead lines?
Tipton Utility Service B (278), Sharpsville Water Utility (3).
How do I check my home in Tipton 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.