Somerset County, PA · PWSID PA4560036
Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP lead service lines
202 lines still unidentified
Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP reported no confirmed lead service lines, but 202 of 205 lines (99%) are still listed as "lead status unknown." Until a line is identified, treat it as possibly lead.
0% of Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Pennsylvania average (2.9%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 99%
- Non-lead 1.5%
Total service lines reported: 205. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 700; 189 connections.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 0 in 2025 Q1 to 0 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 202 to 202, no change.
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 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2016 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP'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 Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP 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 Somerset County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
15544
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Windber Area Auth | 0 | 4,091 |
| Conemaugh TWP Muni Auth | 0 | 2,629 |
| Somerset Boro Muni Water Auth | 1 | 2,272 |
| Boswell Boro Muni Auth | 0 | 881 |
| Berlin Boro Muni Auth | 3 | 882 |
| Central City Water Auth | 1 | 720 |
| Jennerstown Muni Auth | 0 | 523 |
| Rockwood Boro Muni Auth | 6 | 387 |
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Questions
Does Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP have lead pipes?
It hasn't confirmed any, but 202 of its 205 service lines are still of unknown material, so lead has not been ruled out.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP'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 Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP 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 Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP.
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, "Gray Area Watr Auth of Jen TWP lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/pa/gray-area-watr-auth-of-jen-twp/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.