Indiana · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wells County, IN
3 community water systems serving Wells County reported 787 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,807 of unknown material. The most are in Bluffton Utilities Water Dept.
14% 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 13%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 31%
- Non-lead 55%
Water systems serving Wells County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffton Utilities Water DeptBluffton | 787 | 50 | 1,435 | 19% |
| Ossian Municipal Water DepartmentOssian | 0 | 0 | 358 | 0% |
| Homestead Water AssociationOssian | 0 | 0 | 14 | 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 Wells County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wells County reported 787 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,807 of unknown material.
Which Wells County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bluffton Utilities Water Dept (837).
How do I check my home in Wells 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.