Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Franklin County, IA
4 community water systems serving Franklin County reported 1 lead and 177 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 54 of unknown material. The most are in Sheffield Water Supply.
7.5% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.5%
- Unknown 2.3%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Franklin County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Water SupplySheffield | 0 | 175 | 0 | 34% |
| Alexander Water DeptAlexander | 1 | 2 | 50 | 5.7% |
| Hampton Muni Water WorksHampton | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hansell Water DepartmentHansell | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 Franklin County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Franklin County reported 1 lead and 177 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 54 of unknown material.
Which Franklin County water systems have the most lead lines?
Sheffield Water Supply (175), Alexander Water Dept (3).
How do I check my home in Franklin 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.