Ohio · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Knox County, OH
4 community water systems serving Knox County reported 1 lead and 242 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,271 of unknown material. The most are in Mount Vernon City PWS.
2.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Ohio average (8.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 38%
- Non-lead 60%
Water systems serving Knox County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon City PWSKnox County | 0 | 242 | 4,267 | 3.6% |
| Gambier Village PWSKnox County | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0.3% |
| Knox County Water and Wastewater PWSKnox County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Fredericktown VillageKnox 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 Knox County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Knox County reported 1 lead and 242 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,271 of unknown material.
Which Knox County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mount Vernon City PWS (242), Gambier Village PWS (1).
How do I check my home in Knox 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.