Kentucky · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in McLean County, KY
5 community water systems serving McLean County reported 0 lead and 187 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 46 of unknown material. The most are in Livermore Water Works.
5.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kentucky average (1.5%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.5%
- Unknown 1.4%
- Non-lead 93%
Water systems serving McLean County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livermore Water WorksMcLean County | 0 | 93 | 2 | 16% |
| Sacramento Water WorksMcLean County | 0 | 93 | 0 | 9.2% |
| Island Water DepartmentMcLean County | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.2% |
| Calhoun Water WorksMcLean County | 0 | 0 | 44 | 0% |
| Beech Grove Water SystemMcLean County | 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 McLean County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving McLean County reported 0 lead and 187 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 46 of unknown material.
Which McLean County water systems have the most lead lines?
Livermore Water Works (93), Sacramento Water Works (93), Island Water Department (1).
How do I check my home in McLean 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.