Ohio · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Preble County, OH
9 community water systems serving Preble County reported 115 lead and 142 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,112 of unknown material. The most are in Eaton Public Water System.
3.0% 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 1.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.7%
- Unknown 36%
- Non-lead 61%
Water systems serving Preble County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Public Water SystemPreble County | 115 | 142 | 1,132 | 7.2% |
| Village of West AlexandriaPreble County | 0 | 0 | 676 | 0% |
| New Paris Village PWSPreble County | 0 | 0 | 568 | 0% |
| College Corner WaterPreble County | 0 | 0 | 540 | 0% |
| Village of VeronaPreble County | 0 | 0 | 164 | 0% |
| Village of West ManchesterPreble County | 0 | 0 | 32 | 0% |
| Lakengren Water AuthorityPreble County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Village of CamdenPreble County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lewisburg Village PWSPreble 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 Preble County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Preble County reported 115 lead and 142 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,112 of unknown material.
Which Preble County water systems have the most lead lines?
Eaton Public Water System (257).
How do I check my home in Preble 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.