Adams County, PA · PWSID PA7010003
East Berlin Area Joint Auth lead service lines
32 lead or galvanized lines to replace
East Berlin Area Joint Auth reported 0 lead and 32 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 614 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 19 lines. Another 342 (56%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #147 of 399 Pennsylvania systems with confirmed lead lines, and #3,140 nationally.
5.2% of East Berlin Area Joint Auth's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the Pennsylvania average (2.9%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.2%
- Unknown 56%
- Non-lead 39%
Total service lines reported: 614. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 1,750; 794 connections.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 14 in 2025 Q1 to 32 in 2026 Q3: up 18 (129%). Lines of unknown material went from 392 to 342, down 50 (13%).
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 East Berlin Area Joint Auth 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
East Berlin Area Joint Auth's main water source is groundwater (wells).
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 East Berlin Area Joint Auth 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 Adams County
Cities served
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg Muni Auth | 3 | 3,762 |
| Littlestown Boro | 0 | 1,295 |
| New Oxford Munci Auth | 15 | 245 |
| Lake Meade Muni Auth | 0 | 1,201 |
| Bonneauville Muni Water Auth | 0 | 904 |
| PA Amer Water Co Lake Heritage | 1 | 842 |
| Arendtsville Muni Water Sys | 8 | 186 |
| Franklin TWP Muni Auth | 9 | 116 |
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Questions
Does East Berlin Area Joint Auth have lead pipes?
Yes. East Berlin Area Joint Auth reported 0 lead service lines and 32 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 614 total. 342 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on East Berlin Area Joint Auth'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 East Berlin Area Joint Auth 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 East Berlin Area Joint Auth had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for East Berlin Area Joint Auth.
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.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "East Berlin Area Joint Auth lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/pa/east-berlin-area-joint-auth/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.