Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cerro Gordo County, IA
5 community water systems serving Cerro Gordo County reported 2,345 lead and 262 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,017 of unknown material. The most are in Mason City Water Department.
14% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Iowa average (5.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 13%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.4%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 75%
Water systems serving Cerro Gordo County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mason City Water DepartmentMason City | 2,322 | 9 | 713 | 18% |
| Clear Lake Water DepartmentClear Lake | 13 | 186 | 1,178 | 4.4% |
| Thornton Water SupplyThornton | 9 | 50 | 9 | 27% |
| Meservey Water SupplyMeservey | 1 | 17 | 106 | 15% |
| Rockwell Water SupplyRockwell | 0 | 0 | 11 | 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 Cerro Gordo County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cerro Gordo County reported 2,345 lead and 262 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,017 of unknown material.
Which Cerro Gordo County water systems have the most lead lines?
Mason City Water Department (2,331), Clear Lake Water Department (199), Thornton Water Supply (59).
How do I check my home in Cerro Gordo 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.