Lead pipes in Hudson County, New Jersey
How many lead pipes are in Hudson County, NJ?
Water systems based in Hudson County reported 5,510 lead service lines, 170 galvanized lines that need replacing and 38,181 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Bayonne has the most, with 2,407 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 Hudson County
- Bayonne: Citywide program; fees waived.
- Jersey City: Lead Free JC: all lines by 2031.
Every Hudson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonne City of Bayonne | 2,284 | 123 | 7,604 | Replacing lines; ask about cost |
| Jersey City Jersey City Mua | 1,755 | 13 | 21,141 | Replacing lines; ask about cost |
| Harrison Harrison W Dept | 776 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Kearny Kearny Water Department | 570 | 31 | 6,614 | Not confirmed |
| Hoboken Hoboken Water Utility | 102 | 3 | 2,786 | Not confirmed |
| East Newark East Newark W Dept | 23 | 0 | 36 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Hudson County, NJ?
Water systems based in Hudson County reported 5,510 lead service lines, 170 galvanized lines that need replacing and 38,181 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Bayonne has the most, with 2,407 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Hudson 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 2 Hudson County utilities, 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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