Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ida County, IA
5 community water systems serving Ida County reported 6 lead and 124 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 515 of unknown material. The most are in Ida Grove Water Utility.
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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.0%
- Unknown 21%
- Non-lead 74%
Water systems serving Ida County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ida Grove Water UtilityIda Grove | 2 | 59 | 32 | 5.5% |
| Battle Creek Water SupplyBattle Creek | 0 | 25 | 279 | 7.8% |
| Arthur Municipal Water SupplyArthur | 0 | 23 | 1 | 20% |
| City of HolsteinHolstein | 1 | 10 | 7 | 1.5% |
| Galva Water SupplyGalva | 3 | 7 | 196 | 4.8% |
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 Ida County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ida County reported 6 lead and 124 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 515 of unknown material.
Which Ida County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ida Grove Water Utility (61), Battle Creek Water Supply (25), Arthur Municipal Water Supply (23).
How do I check my home in Ida 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.