Ohio · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Allen County, OH
5 community water systems serving Allen County reported 4,652 lead and 110 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 23,413 of unknown material. The most are in Lima City.
14% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Ohio average (8.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 14%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.3%
- Unknown 70%
- Non-lead 15%
Water systems serving Allen County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lima CityAllen County | 2,713 | 19 | 23,367 | 10% |
| Delphos CityAllen County | 1,938 | 2 | 46 | 67% |
| Bluffton VillageAllen County | 1 | 89 | 0 | 6.1% |
| Elida VillageAllen County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Spencerville VillageAllen 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 Allen County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Allen County reported 4,652 lead and 110 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 23,413 of unknown material.
Which Allen County water systems have the most lead lines?
Lima City (2,732), Delphos City (1,940), Bluffton Village (90).
How do I check my home in Allen 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.