Lead pipes in Allen County, Indiana
How many lead pipes are in Allen County, IN?
Water systems based in Allen County reported 11,761 lead service lines, 475 galvanized lines that need replacing and 1,049 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Fort Wayne has the most, with 11,774 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in Indiana
Indiana law lets utilities include the cost of replacing customer-owned lead service lines in rates, with approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. Citizens Energy in Indianapolis uses this to replace private lines with no extra charge beyond a monthly fee. Other Indiana cities rely on State Revolving Fund money and set their own terms.
Confirmed programs in Allen County
- Fort Wayne: Up to 90% off; free in grant areas.
Every Allen County water system with lead lines
Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Wayne Fort Wayne - 3 Rivers Filtration Plant | 11,299 | 475 | 0 | Utility pays part |
| New Haven New Haven Water Department | 462 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Huntertown Huntertown Water Works | 0 | 0 | 1,049 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Allen County, IN?
Water systems based in Allen County reported 11,761 lead service lines, 475 galvanized lines that need replacing and 1,049 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Fort Wayne has the most, with 11,774 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Allen County?
It depends on your water utility. Indiana law lets utilities include the cost of replacing customer-owned lead service lines in rates, with approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. We have confirmed programs for 1 Allen County utility, listed on this page.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.
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