Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Louisa County, IA
4 community water systems serving Louisa County reported 12 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 426 of unknown material. The most are in Wapello Municipal Water Works.
1.7% 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 0.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.1%
- Unknown 20%
- Non-lead 78%
Water systems serving Louisa County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wapello Municipal Water WorksWapello | 2 | 24 | 223 | 3.0% |
| Morning Sun Water DepartmentMorning Sun | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2.4% |
| Grandview Muni Water DeptGrandview | 1 | 0 | 203 | 0.5% |
| Columbus Junction Water SupplyColumbus Junction | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Louisa County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Louisa County reported 12 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 426 of unknown material.
Which Louisa County water systems have the most lead lines?
Wapello Municipal Water Works (26), Morning Sun Water Department (9), Grandview Muni Water Dept (1).
How do I check my home in Louisa 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.