Lead pipes in Broome County, New York
How many lead pipes are in Broome County, NY?
Water systems based in Broome County reported 64 lead service lines, 1,303 galvanized lines that need replacing and 28,142 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Endicott has the most, with 536 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in New York
New York has no state law setting who pays for the private side, but the state Environmental Facilities Corporation has given cities large grants for lead line work, including the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and LIFT grants. Most large programs in the state, including New York City, Rochester, Syracuse and Buffalo, are free or nearly free for eligible owners.
Every Broome 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endicott Endicott Municipal Water Works | 0 | 536 | 7,318 | Not confirmed |
| Fenton Hillcrest WD #1 | 0 | 456 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Johnson City Johnson City Water Works | 0 | 284 | 3,555 | Not confirmed |
| Binghamton City of Binghamton | 62 | 12 | 14,924 | Not confirmed |
| Port Dickinson Port Dickinson Village | 0 | 10 | 416 | Not confirmed |
| Windsor Village of Windsor | 0 | 5 | 167 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit Deposit (V) Water Department | 1 | 0 | 353 | Not confirmed |
| Vestal Vestal Consolidated W.D. #1 | 1 | 0 | 1,409 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Broome County, NY?
Water systems based in Broome County reported 64 lead service lines, 1,303 galvanized lines that need replacing and 28,142 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Endicott has the most, with 536 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Broome County?
It depends on your water utility. New York has no state law setting who pays for the private side, but the state Environmental Facilities Corporation has given cities large grants for lead line work, including the Lead Service Line Replacement Program and LIFT grants. We have not confirmed a homeowner program for a utility in this county yet, so ask your utility before you hire a contractor.
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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