Lead pipes in Chemung County, New York
How many lead pipes are in Chemung County, NY?
Water systems based in Chemung County reported 1,046 lead service lines, 1,982 galvanized lines that need replacing and 4,504 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Elmira has the most, with 2,873 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.
Confirmed programs in Chemung County
- Elmira: Notices sent; no program announced.
Every Chemung 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira Elmira Water Board | 1,045 | 1,828 | 3,221 | Program not open yet |
| Horseheads Horseheads Village | 1 | 153 | 1,283 | Not confirmed |
| Veteran Rolling Acres Mobile Home Park | 0 | 1 | 0 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Chemung County, NY?
Water systems based in Chemung County reported 1,046 lead service lines, 1,982 galvanized lines that need replacing and 4,504 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Elmira has the most, with 2,873 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Chemung 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 confirmed programs for 1 Chemung 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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