Ohio · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Auglaize County, OH
6 community water systems serving Auglaize County reported 93 lead and 352 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,364 of unknown material. The most are in St Marys City.
3.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Ohio average (8.8%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.6%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Auglaize County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys CityAuglaize County | 1 | 319 | 1,508 | 6.7% |
| Wapakoneta City PWSAuglaize County | 89 | 4 | 0 | 2.2% |
| Minster VillageAuglaize County | 0 | 29 | 1 | 2.2% |
| New Bremen VillageAuglaize County | 3 | 0 | 558 | 0.2% |
| Waynesfield Village PWSAuglaize County | 0 | 0 | 297 | 0% |
| Cridersville Village PWSAuglaize 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 Auglaize County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Auglaize County reported 93 lead and 352 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,364 of unknown material.
Which Auglaize County water systems have the most lead lines?
St Marys City (320), Wapakoneta City PWS (93), Minster Village (29).
How do I check my home in Auglaize 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.