Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Calhoun County, IA
5 community water systems serving Calhoun County reported 39 lead and 123 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,752 of unknown material. The most are in Lake City Water Supply.
5.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Iowa average (5.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.0%
- Unknown 57%
- Non-lead 38%
Water systems serving Calhoun County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake City Water SupplyLake City | 1 | 60 | 338 | 7.4% |
| Manson Water SupplyManson | 8 | 41 | 803 | 5.8% |
| Pomeroy Water SupplyPomeroy | 5 | 22 | 260 | 8.2% |
| Rockwell City Water SupplyRockwell City | 20 | 0 | 351 | 2.3% |
| Lohrville Water SupplyLohrville | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2.5% |
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 Calhoun County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Calhoun County reported 39 lead and 123 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,752 of unknown material.
Which Calhoun County water systems have the most lead lines?
Lake City Water Supply (61), Manson Water Supply (49), Pomeroy Water Supply (27).
How do I check my home in Calhoun 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.