Iowa · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Marshall County, IA
5 community water systems serving Marshall County reported 8 lead and 61 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 8,413 of unknown material. The most are in Marshalltown Water Works.
0.2% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 28%
- Non-lead 71%
Water systems serving Marshall County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshalltown Water WorksMarshalltown | 5 | 61 | 1,936 | 0.5% |
| State Center Muni Water DeptState Center | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.4% |
| Ia Regional Utilities Assoc (Waverly)Waverly | 0 | 0 | 6,096 | 0% |
| Albion Water DepartmentAlbion | 0 | 0 | 210 | 0% |
| Gilman Water SupplyGilman | 0 | 0 | 171 | 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 Marshall County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Marshall County reported 8 lead and 61 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 8,413 of unknown material.
Which Marshall County water systems have the most lead lines?
Marshalltown Water Works (66), State Center Muni Water Dept (3).
How do I check my home in Marshall 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.