Lead pipes in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
How many lead pipes are in Lycoming County, PA?
Water systems based in Lycoming County reported 1,690 lead service lines, 76 galvanized lines that need replacing and 21,045 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Williamsport has the most, with 1,695 lead and galvanized lines.
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.
Every Lycoming 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsport Williamsport Mun Water Auth | 1,690 | 5 | 17,268 | Not confirmed |
| Jersey Shore Area JNT Wat Auth Jersey Shore Area JNT Wat Auth | 0 | 53 | 1,947 | Not confirmed |
| Montoursville Montoursville Water Company | 0 | 18 | 631 | Not confirmed |
| Hughesville Borough Water Auth Hughesville Borough Water Auth | 0 | 0 | 1,199 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Lycoming County, PA?
Water systems based in Lycoming County reported 1,690 lead service lines, 76 galvanized lines that need replacing and 21,045 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Williamsport has the most, with 1,695 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Lycoming 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 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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