Lead pipes in Racine County, Wisconsin
How many lead pipes are in Racine County, WI?
Water systems based in Racine County reported 10,756 lead service lines, 447 galvanized lines that need replacing and 755 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Racine has the most, with 10,651 lead and galvanized lines.
Free replacement program confirmed
Who pays in Wisconsin
Wisconsin lets each utility decide. Under a 2017 law, utilities can offer grants or loans to owners for the private side with Public Service Commission approval. The DNR gives municipalities principal forgiveness (money that does not have to be repaid) for private-side work, and since July 2025 state law also allows forgiving loans for lead line projects. Homeowners cannot apply to the DNR directly; the money flows through the city.
Confirmed programs in Racine County
- Racine: Free (Lead-Free Racine).
Every Racine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Racine Racine Waterworks | 10,257 | 394 | 1 | Free replacement |
| Burlington Burlington Waterworks | 498 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Waterford Waterford Waterworks | 1 | 39 | 1 | Not confirmed |
| Union Grove Union Grove Waterworks | 0 | 12 | 753 | Not confirmed |
| Union Grove Southern Wisconsin Center | 0 | 2 | 0 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Racine County, WI?
Water systems based in Racine County reported 10,756 lead service lines, 447 galvanized lines that need replacing and 755 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Racine has the most, with 10,651 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Racine County?
It depends on your water utility. Wisconsin lets each utility decide. We have confirmed programs for 1 Racine 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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