Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Mitchell County, IA
4 community water systems serving Mitchell County reported 4 lead and 48 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 885 of unknown material. The most are in St Ansgar Water Supply.
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 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 29%
- Non-lead 69%
Water systems serving Mitchell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ansgar Water SupplySaint Ansgar | 4 | 35 | 429 | 6.0% |
| Orchard Water WorksOrchard | 0 | 12 | 21 | 36% |
| Riceville Water SupplyRiceville | 0 | 1 | 435 | 0.2% |
| Osage Municipal Water SupplyOsage | 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 Mitchell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Mitchell County reported 4 lead and 48 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 885 of unknown material.
Which Mitchell County water systems have the most lead lines?
St Ansgar Water Supply (39), Orchard Water Works (12), Riceville Water Supply (1).
How do I check my home in Mitchell 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.