Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Chickasaw County, IA
5 community water systems serving Chickasaw County reported 27 lead and 16 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 102 of unknown material. The most are in Alta Vista Water Department.
1.3% 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 0.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 3.2%
- Non-lead 95%
Water systems serving Chickasaw County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista Water DepartmentAlta Vista | 23 | 16 | 29 | 25% |
| Ionia Water SupplyIonia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.3% |
| Fredericksburg Water SupplyFredericksburg | 1 | 0 | 32 | 0.2% |
| Nashua Water SupplyNashua | 1 | 0 | 20 | 0.1% |
| New Hampton Water SupplyNew Hampton | 0 | 0 | 21 | 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 Chickasaw County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Chickasaw County reported 27 lead and 16 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 102 of unknown material.
Which Chickasaw County water systems have the most lead lines?
Alta Vista Water Department (39), Ionia Water Supply (2), Fredericksburg Water Supply (1).
How do I check my home in Chickasaw 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.