Pennsylvania · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jefferson County, PA
8 community water systems serving Jefferson County reported 331 lead and 226 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,466 of unknown material. The most are in Brookville Municipal Auth.
5.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Pennsylvania average (2.9%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 50%
- Non-lead 45%
Water systems serving Jefferson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookville Municipal AuthJefferson County | 313 | 105 | 8 | 16% |
| PA American Water PunxsyJefferson County | 16 | 95 | 3,201 | 2.8% |
| Falls Creek Boro Mun AuthJefferson County | 1 | 26 | 474 | 4.5% |
| Reynoldsville Water AuthJefferson County | 1 | 0 | 1,126 | <0.1% |
| Sykesville BoroughJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 547 | 0% |
| Henderson Township Mun AuthJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 103 | 0% |
| Soldier Water SystemJefferson County | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0% |
| Brockway Boro Municipal AuthJefferson 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 Jefferson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jefferson County reported 331 lead and 226 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 5,466 of unknown material.
Which Jefferson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Brookville Municipal Auth (418), PA American Water Punxsy (111), Falls Creek Boro Mun Auth (27).
How do I check my home in Jefferson 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.