Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Humboldt County, IA
4 community water systems serving Humboldt County reported 0 lead and 149 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 194 of unknown material. The most are in Humboldt Municipal Water Dept.
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 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.2%
- Unknown 6.8%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Humboldt County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt Municipal Water DeptHumboldt | 0 | 125 | 0 | 6.1% |
| Dakota City Water SupplyDakota City | 0 | 15 | 0 | 3.6% |
| Bode Municipal Water SupplyBode | 0 | 9 | 154 | 5.2% |
| Livermore Water SupplyLivermore | 0 | 0 | 40 | 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 Humboldt County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Humboldt County reported 0 lead and 149 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 194 of unknown material.
Which Humboldt County water systems have the most lead lines?
Humboldt Municipal Water Dept (125), Dakota City Water Supply (15), Bode Municipal Water Supply (9).
How do I check my home in Humboldt 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.