Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Buchanan County, IA
5 community water systems serving Buchanan County reported 2 lead and 108 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,166 of unknown material. The most are in Independence Water Dept.
2.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Iowa average (5.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 43%
- Non-lead 55%
Water systems serving Buchanan County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Water DeptIndependence | 2 | 62 | 2,109 | 2.2% |
| Brandon Water SupplyBrandon | 0 | 28 | 8 | 17% |
| Winthrop Water SupplyWinthrop | 0 | 18 | 49 | 4.9% |
| Jesup Municipal Water SupplyJesup | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Fairbank Water SupplyFairbank | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Buchanan County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Buchanan County reported 2 lead and 108 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,166 of unknown material.
Which Buchanan County water systems have the most lead lines?
Independence Water Dept (64), Brandon Water Supply (28), Winthrop Water Supply (18).
How do I check my home in Buchanan 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.