Pennsylvania · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Union County, PA
2 community water systems serving Union County reported 1 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,363 of unknown material. The most are in Mifflinburg Boro Water Dept.
0.2% 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) 0.1%
- Unknown 80%
- Non-lead 20%
Water systems serving Union County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mifflinburg Boro Water DeptUnion County | 0 | 2 | 985 | 0.2% |
| New Berlin Municipal AuthorityUnion County | 1 | 0 | 378 | 0.3% |
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 Union County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Union County reported 1 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,363 of unknown material.
Which Union County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mifflinburg Boro Water Dept (2), New Berlin Municipal Authority (1).
How do I check my home in Union 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.