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Lead pipes in Marion County, Ohio

How many lead pipes are in Marion County, OH?

Water systems based in Marion County reported 3,371 lead service lines, 230 galvanized lines that need replacing and 6,576 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Marion (Aqua Ohio) has the most, with 3,599 lead and galvanized lines.

Lead lines3,371
Galvanized (replace)230
Unknown material6,576
Water systems2
Lead and galvanized lines by water system in Marion County
Marion (Aqua Ohio)3,599La Rue Village PWS2

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 Marion County

Every Marion 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 systemLeadGalv.UnknownProgram
Marion (Aqua Ohio)
Aqua Ohio - Marion
3,3712286,576Free, utility schedules
La Rue Village PWS
Aqua Ohio - la Rue Village PWS
020Not confirmed

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Marion County, OH?

Water systems based in Marion County reported 3,371 lead service lines, 230 galvanized lines that need replacing and 6,576 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Marion (Aqua Ohio) has the most, with 3,599 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Marion 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 Marion 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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