Fayette County, PA · PWSID PA5260019
North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth lead service lines
153 lead or galvanized lines to replace
North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth reported 6 lead and 147 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 18,285 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 120 lines. Another 12,174 (67%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #61 of 399 Pennsylvania systems with confirmed lead lines, and #1,466 nationally.
0.8% of North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth'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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.8%
- Unknown 67%
- Non-lead 33%
Total service lines reported: 18,285. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 35,409; 16,496 connections.
Lead test results
North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jun 2025–Sep 2025) was 2.2 ppb, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 153 in 2025 Q1 to 153 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 12,174 to 12,174, 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 North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth. 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
North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 4 other water systems: Pa-American Water-Brownsville, Pleasant Valley Water Auth, Pa-American Water Co-Connellsv, Mountain Water Assn.
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 North Fayette Cnty Muni 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 Fayette County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
15416154221542815430154381544915455154731548015482154861548815489
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Mawc Yough Plant | 249 | 889 |
| Pa-American Water- Uniontown | 183 | 9,006 |
| Pa-American Water Co-Connellsv | 54 | 4,798 |
| Muni Auth of Washington TWP | 0 | 2,985 |
| Pa-American Water-Brownsville | 90 | 5,141 |
| Masontown Muni Water Works | 0 | 1,803 |
| Pleasant Valley Water Auth | 0 | 1,504 |
| Albert Gallatin Muni Auth | 0 | 626 |
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Questions
Does North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth have lead pipes?
Yes. North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth reported 6 lead service lines and 147 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 18,285 total. 12,174 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on North Fayette Cnty Muni 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 North Fayette Cnty Muni 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 North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for North Fayette Cnty Muni 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, "North Fayette Cnty Muni Auth lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/pa/north-fayette-cnty-muni-auth/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.