Wisconsin · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Racine County, WI
8 community water systems serving Racine County reported 10,756 lead and 447 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 859 of unknown material. The most are in Racine Waterworks.
22% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Wisconsin average (11%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 21%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 1.7%
- Non-lead 76%
Water systems serving Racine County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Racine WaterworksRacine | 10,257 | 394 | 1 | 31% |
| Burlington WaterworksBurlington | 498 | 0 | 0 | 13% |
| Waterford WaterworksWaterford | 1 | 39 | 1 | 1.8% |
| Union Grove WaterworksUnion Grove | 0 | 12 | 753 | 0.6% |
| Southern Wisconsin CenterUnion Grove | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6.9% |
| Eagle Lake ManorKansasville | 0 | 0 | 104 | 0% |
| Village of Caledonia Water UtilityCaledonia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wind Point Water DeptRacine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
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 Racine County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Racine County reported 10,756 lead and 447 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 859 of unknown material.
Which Racine County water systems have the most lead lines?
Racine Waterworks (10,651), Burlington Waterworks (498), Waterford Waterworks (40).
How do I check my home in Racine 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.