Ohio · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Darke County, OH
8 community water systems serving Darke County reported 2,065 lead and 112 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,332 of unknown material. The most are in Greenville City PWS.
20% 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 19%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.0%
- Unknown 12%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Darke County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville City PWSDarke County | 2,046 | 65 | 1 | 35% |
| Union City Village PWSDarke County | 19 | 8 | 265 | 4.0% |
| Ansonia Village PWSDarke County | 0 | 25 | 334 | 4.5% |
| Versailles Village PWSDarke County | 0 | 12 | 236 | 0.9% |
| Bradford Village PWSDarke County | 0 | 1 | 312 | 0.1% |
| Arcanum Village PWSDarke County | 0 | 1 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Sherwood Forest MHP PWSDarke County | 0 | 0 | 148 | 0% |
| Gettysburg Village PWSDarke County | 0 | 0 | 36 | 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 Darke County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Darke County reported 2,065 lead and 112 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,332 of unknown material.
Which Darke County water systems have the most lead lines?
Greenville City PWS (2,111), Union City Village PWS (27), Ansonia Village PWS (25).
How do I check my home in Darke 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.