Lead pipes in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
How many lead pipes are in Lawrence County, PA?
Water systems based in Lawrence County reported 1,022 lead service lines, 444 galvanized lines that need replacing and 24,598 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). New Castle (PA American Water) has the most, with 1,330 lead and galvanized lines.
Free replacement program confirmed
Who pays in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's Act 120 lets PUC-regulated water utilities replace customer-owned lead service lines and recover the cost through rates, and it prohibits partial replacement. The PUC's 2022 rules require utilities to file replacement programs; Aqua Pennsylvania's was approved in April 2025 for up to 1,500 customer lines a year. City systems such as Philadelphia and Pittsburgh set their own terms.
Confirmed programs in Lawrence County
- New Castle (PA American Water): No direct cost to the customer.
Every Lawrence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Castle (PA American Water) PA Amer Water Co New Castle | 988 | 342 | 14,928 | Free, utility schedules |
| Ellwood Cty PA Amer Water Co Ellwood Cty | 20 | 83 | 9,151 | Not confirmed |
| Bessemer Borough Bessemer Borough Water Dept | 0 | 18 | 484 | Not confirmed |
| Wampum Borough of Wampum Water Dept | 14 | 1 | 35 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Lawrence County, PA?
Water systems based in Lawrence County reported 1,022 lead service lines, 444 galvanized lines that need replacing and 24,598 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). New Castle (PA American Water) has the most, with 1,330 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Lawrence County?
It depends on your water utility. Pennsylvania's Act 120 lets PUC-regulated water utilities replace customer-owned lead service lines and recover the cost through rates, and it prohibits partial replacement. We have confirmed programs for 1 Lawrence 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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