Wood County, OH · PWSID OH8704203
Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 lead service lines
564 lines still unidentified
Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 reported no confirmed lead service lines, but 564 of 2,978 lines (19%) are still listed as "lead status unknown." Until a line is identified, treat it as possibly lead.
0% of Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Ohio average (8.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 81%
Total service lines reported: 2,978. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 9,629; 2,867 connections.
Lead test results
Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2025) was not detected, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 0 in 2025 Q1 to 0 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 564 to 564, no change.
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200's main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from Oregon City. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Wood County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
4344743619
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green City | 69 | 0 |
| Perrysburg City PWS | 62 | 5,157 |
| Northwestern W and SD - Toledo SVC Area | 78 | 1,123 |
| Northwestern W and SD - Weston | 2 | 184 |
| North Baltimore Village | 108 | 0 |
| Grand Rapids Village | 0 | 524 |
| Pemberville Village PWS | 0 | 248 |
| Wayne Village PWS | 11 | 279 |
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Questions
Does Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 have lead pipes?
It hasn't confirmed any, but 564 of its 2,978 service lines are still of unknown material, so lead has not been ruled out.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Northwestern W and SD - Oregon WTLN 200 lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/oh/northwestern-w-and-sd-oregon-wtln-200/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.