Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Mills County, IA
4 community water systems serving Mills County reported 18 lead and 78 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 926 of unknown material. The most are in Glenwood Municipal Utilities.
2.6% 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 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.1%
- Unknown 25%
- Non-lead 73%
Water systems serving Mills County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Municipal UtilitiesGlenwood | 9 | 55 | 583 | 2.3% |
| Emerson Water DepartmentEmerson | 4 | 23 | 85 | 12% |
| Malvern Water SupplyMalvern | 5 | 0 | 158 | 0.8% |
| Silver City Water SupplySilver City | 0 | 0 | 100 | 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 Mills County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Mills County reported 18 lead and 78 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 926 of unknown material.
Which Mills County water systems have the most lead lines?
Glenwood Municipal Utilities (64), Emerson Water Department (27), Malvern Water Supply (5).
How do I check my home in Mills 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.