Ohio · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Van Wert County, OH
4 community water systems serving Van Wert County reported 1 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 192 of unknown material. The most are in Van Wert City.
0.2% 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) 0.1%
- Unknown 3.2%
- Non-lead 97%
Water systems serving Van Wert County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wert CityVan Wert County | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0.1% |
| Willshire Village PWSVan Wert County | 1 | 0 | 192 | 0.5% |
| Middle Point Village PWSVan Wert County | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.4% |
| Convoy VillageVan Wert 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 Van Wert County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Van Wert County reported 1 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 192 of unknown material.
Which Van Wert County water systems have the most lead lines?
Van Wert City (7), Willshire Village PWS (1), Middle Point Village PWS (1).
How do I check my home in Van Wert 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.