Iowa · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Marion County, IA
7 community water systems serving Marion County reported 401 lead and 19 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 542 of unknown material. The most are in Pella Water Works Department.
3.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Iowa average (5.6%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 4.4%
- Non-lead 92%
Water systems serving Marion County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pella Water Works DepartmentPella | 353 | 9 | 40 | 8.2% |
| Knoxville Water WorksKnoxville | 47 | 2 | 339 | 1.4% |
| Pleasantville Water WorksPleasantville | 0 | 8 | 14 | 1.2% |
| Marion Co. Rural Water DistrictKnoxville | 1 | 0 | 0 | <0.1% |
| Irua - Pershing UtilitiesPershing | 0 | 0 | 143 | 0% |
| Southshore HeightsKnoxville | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Melcher-Dallas Water SupplyMelcher-Dallas | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Marion County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Marion County reported 401 lead and 19 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 542 of unknown material.
Which Marion County water systems have the most lead lines?
Pella Water Works Department (362), Knoxville Water Works (49), Pleasantville Water Works (8).
How do I check my home in Marion 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.