Lead pipes in Licking County, Ohio

Free replacement program confirmed

Who pays in Ohio

Ohio has no state law that makes utilities pay for the private side, so each city sets its own policy. The results range widely: Cincinnati and Columbus replace for free, Cleveland covers the private side when it works on the public side, and Dayton leaves the cost to owners. Ohio EPA passes federal money to cities as principal forgiveness through its Water Supply Revolving Loan Account.

Confirmed programs in Licking County

• Newark: Free, including restoration.

Every Licking 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.

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Licking County, OH?

Water systems based in Licking County reported 0 lead service lines, 2,492 galvanized lines that need replacing and 5,691 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Newark has the most, with 2,420 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Licking County?

It depends on your water utility. Ohio has no state law that makes utilities pay for the private side, so each city sets its own policy. We have confirmed programs for 1 Licking 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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