Ohio · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Crawford County, OH
3 community water systems serving Crawford County reported 97 lead and 305 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 10,066 of unknown material. The most are in Bucyrus City.
3.1% 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 0.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.4%
- Unknown 79%
- Non-lead 18%
Water systems serving Crawford County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucyrus CityCrawford County | 19 | 161 | 3,925 | 3.2% |
| Galion CityCrawford County | 0 | 118 | 4,620 | 2.3% |
| Crestline Village PWSCrawford County | 78 | 26 | 1,521 | 5.2% |
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 Crawford County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Crawford County reported 97 lead and 305 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 10,066 of unknown material.
Which Crawford County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bucyrus City (180), Galion City (118), Crestline Village PWS (104).
How do I check my home in Crawford 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.