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Lead pipes in Philadelphia County, PA
1 community water system serving Philadelphia County reported 16,805 lead and 1,777 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 351,513 of unknown material. The most are in Philadelphia Water Department.
3.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Pennsylvania average (2.9%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.3%
- Unknown 67%
- Non-lead 30%
Water systems serving Philadelphia County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Water DepartmentPhiladelphia County | 16,805 | 1,777 | 351,513 | 3.5% |
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 Philadelphia County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Philadelphia County reported 16,805 lead and 1,777 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 351,513 of unknown material.
Which Philadelphia County water systems have the most lead lines?
Philadelphia Water Department (18,582).
How do I check my home in Philadelphia 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.