Iowa · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lyon County, IA
6 community water systems serving Lyon County reported 4 lead and 151 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 864 of unknown material. The most are in George Water Supply.
4.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Iowa average (5.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.1%
- Unknown 23%
- Non-lead 72%
Water systems serving Lyon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Water SupplyGeorge | 0 | 112 | 6 | 20% |
| Rock Rapids Municipal Water WorksRock Rapids | 4 | 22 | 834 | 2.1% |
| Alvord Municipal Water SupplyAlvord | 0 | 17 | 24 | 15% |
| Lyon-Sioux Rws-DoonDoon | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lyon-Sioux Rws-Big SiouxRock Rapids | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lyon-Sioux Rws-Rock RapidsRock Rapids | 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 Lyon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lyon County reported 4 lead and 151 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 864 of unknown material.
Which Lyon County water systems have the most lead lines?
George Water Supply (112), Rock Rapids Municipal Water Works (26), Alvord Municipal Water Supply (17).
How do I check my home in Lyon 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.