Pennsylvania · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Northumberland County, PA
7 community water systems serving Northumberland County reported 4 lead and 466 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 17,113 of unknown material. The most are in Aqua PA Roaring Creek Division.
1.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Pennsylvania average (2.9%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 43%
- Non-lead 56%
Water systems serving Northumberland County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua PA Roaring Creek DivisionNorthumberland County | 0 | 256 | 3,993 | 1.4% |
| PA American White DeerNorthumberland County | 2 | 207 | 12,435 | 1.5% |
| Municipal Authority SunburyNorthumberland County | 2 | 1 | 1 | <0.1% |
| PA American TurbotvilleNorthumberland County | 0 | 2 | 298 | 0.6% |
| Herndon Boro Jackson TWP JmaNorthumberland County | 0 | 0 | 218 | 0% |
| PA American McEwensvilleNorthumberland County | 0 | 0 | 123 | 0% |
| Aqua PA East CameronNorthumberland County | 0 | 0 | 45 | 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 Northumberland County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Northumberland County reported 4 lead and 466 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 17,113 of unknown material.
Which Northumberland County water systems have the most lead lines?
Aqua PA Roaring Creek Division (256), PA American White Deer (209), Municipal Authority Sunbury (3).
How do I check my home in Northumberland 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.