Lead pipes in Cumberland County, New Jersey
How many lead pipes are in Cumberland County, NJ?
Water systems based in Cumberland County reported 0 lead service lines, 6,591 galvanized lines that need replacing and 11,656 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Vineland has the most, with 6,080 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in New Jersey
New Jersey requires water systems to replace all lead service lines, and galvanized lines that need it, within ten years of the 2021 law, so by 2031. Investor-owned utilities recover the cost of the owner side through rates; New Jersey American Water and Veolia replace customer lines at no direct cost and add a small charge to every bill. Many municipal systems, such as Newark, Trenton and Passaic Valley, also replace at no cost to the owner.
Confirmed programs in Cumberland County
- Vineland: City ordinance bans lead service lines.
Every Cumberland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland Vineland Water & Sewer Utility | 0 | 6,080 | 7,277 | Replacing lines; ask about cost |
| Millville Millville Water Department | 0 | 336 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Fairfield Evergreen Estates | 0 | 94 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Bridgeton City Bridgeton City Water Dept | 0 | 81 | 4,379 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Cumberland County, NJ?
Water systems based in Cumberland County reported 0 lead service lines, 6,591 galvanized lines that need replacing and 11,656 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Vineland has the most, with 6,080 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Cumberland County?
It depends on your water utility. New Jersey requires water systems to replace all lead service lines, and galvanized lines that need it, within ten years of the 2021 law, so by 2031. We have confirmed programs for 1 Cumberland 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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