New York · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Chemung County, NY
6 community water systems serving Chemung County reported 1,046 lead and 1,982 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,506 of unknown material. The most are in Elmira Water Board.
12% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the New York average (7.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 4.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.9%
- Unknown 18%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Chemung County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira Water BoardElmira | 1,045 | 1,828 | 3,221 | 14% |
| Horseheads VillageHorseheads | 1 | 153 | 1,283 | 4.3% |
| Rolling Acres Mobile Home ParkVeteran | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1.4% |
| Maplehurst ParkHorseheads | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Twin Fawn EstatesBaldwin | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Big Flats Water District 5Big Flats | 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 Chemung County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Chemung County reported 1,046 lead and 1,982 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,506 of unknown material.
Which Chemung County water systems have the most lead lines?
Elmira Water Board (2,873), Horseheads Village (154), Rolling Acres Mobile Home Park (1).
How do I check my home in Chemung 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.