Iowa · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dickinson County, IA
6 community water systems serving Dickinson County reported 182 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,577 of unknown material. The most are in West Okoboji.
2.4% 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 2.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Dickinson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West OkobojiWest Okoboji | 182 | 0 | 0 | 36% |
| Lake Park Municipal UtilitiesLake Park | 0 | 7 | 123 | 1.0% |
| Spirit Lake WaterworksSpirit Lake | 0 | 4 | 1,400 | 0.1% |
| Arnolds Park Water DepartmentArnolds Park | 0 | 3 | 51 | 0.2% |
| Milford Municipal UtilitiesMilford | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Okoboji Water SupplyOkoboji | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Dickinson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dickinson County reported 182 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,577 of unknown material.
Which Dickinson County water systems have the most lead lines?
West Okoboji (182), Lake Park Municipal Utilities (7), Spirit Lake Waterworks (4).
How do I check my home in Dickinson 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.