Northampton County, PA · PWSID PA3480024
Pawc Westgate lead service lines
8 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Pawc Westgate reported 0 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 992 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 124 lines. Another 201 (20%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #239 of 399 Pennsylvania systems with confirmed lead lines, and #4,814 nationally.
0.8% of Pawc Westgate'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) 0.8%
- Unknown 20%
- Non-lead 79%
Total service lines reported: 992. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 2,668; 985 connections.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 10 in 2025 Q1 to 8 in 2026 Q3: down 2 (20%). Lines of unknown material went from 564 to 201, down 363 (64%).
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 Pawc Westgate 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
Pawc Westgate's main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from City of Bethlehem. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Pawc Westgate is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program.
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 Pawc Westgate 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 Northampton County
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Pawc Westgate's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
18017
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Bethlehem | 777 | 29,933 |
| Easton Area Water System | 42 | 23,011 |
| Northampton Boro Muni Auth | 1,510 | 9,543 |
| Pawc Blue Mountain | 163 | 9,444 |
| Pawc Bangor | 68 | 3,440 |
| Hellertown Borough Authority | 59 | 2,559 |
| Bath Municipal Water Works | 14 | 9 |
| E Bangor Mun Authority | 5 | 589 |
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Questions
Does Pawc Westgate have lead pipes?
Yes. Pawc Westgate reported 0 lead service lines and 8 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 992 total. 201 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Pawc Westgate'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 Pawc Westgate 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 Pawc Westgate had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Pawc Westgate.
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.
Embed or cite this data
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Pawc Westgate lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/pa/pawc-westgate/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.