Ohio · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Mahoning County, OH
5 community water systems serving Mahoning County reported 1,408 lead and 1,869 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21,790 of unknown material. The most are in Youngstown City PWS.
3.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Ohio average (8.8%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.2%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 70%
Water systems serving Mahoning County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown City PWSMahoning County | 1,308 | 1,450 | 11,918 | 5.2% |
| Aqua Ohio - StruthersMahoning County | 88 | 388 | 9,655 | 1.9% |
| Sebring Village PWSMahoning County | 12 | 31 | 180 | 1.8% |
| Jackson/Milton Metro Water District PWSMahoning County | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0% |
| Canfield City PWSMahoning 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 Mahoning County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Mahoning County reported 1,408 lead and 1,869 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21,790 of unknown material.
Which Mahoning County water systems have the most lead lines?
Youngstown City PWS (2,758), Aqua Ohio - Struthers (476), Sebring Village PWS (43).
How do I check my home in Mahoning 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.