Indiana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Vanderburgh County, IN
2 community water systems serving Vanderburgh County reported 1 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 72,325 of unknown material. The most are in Evansville Water Utility.
<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) <0.1%
- Unknown 92%
- Non-lead 7.7%
Water systems serving Vanderburgh County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evansville Water UtilityEvansville | 1 | 50 | 67,204 | <0.1% |
| German Township Water District INC.Evansville | 0 | 0 | 5,121 | 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 Vanderburgh County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Vanderburgh County reported 1 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 72,325 of unknown material.
Which Vanderburgh County water systems have the most lead lines?
Evansville Water Utility (51).
How do I check my home in Vanderburgh 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.