Iowa · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Audubon County, IA
3 community water systems serving Audubon County reported 1 lead and 38 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 600 of unknown material. The most are in Audubon Water Supply.
2.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Iowa average (5.6%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.8%
- Unknown 44%
- Non-lead 53%
Water systems serving Audubon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon Water SupplyAudubon | 1 | 35 | 578 | 3.3% |
| Brayton Water SystemBrayton | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3.8% |
| Kimballton UtilitiesKimballton | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Audubon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Audubon County reported 1 lead and 38 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 600 of unknown material.
Which Audubon County water systems have the most lead lines?
Audubon Water Supply (36), Brayton Water System (3).
How do I check my home in Audubon County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.