Ohio · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Morrow County, OH
3 community water systems serving Morrow County reported 16 lead and 17 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,091 of unknown material. The most are in Mt Gilead Village PWS.
1.1% 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 0.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 38%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving Morrow County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Gilead Village PWSMorrow County | 16 | 17 | 775 | 2.5% |
| Cardington Village PWSMorrow County | 0 | 0 | 316 | 0% |
| Candlewood Lake Association INCMorrow 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 Morrow County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Morrow County reported 16 lead and 17 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,091 of unknown material.
Which Morrow County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mt Gilead Village PWS (33).
How do I check my home in Morrow 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.