Iowa · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Muscatine County, IA
7 community water systems serving Muscatine County reported 2,039 lead and 434 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,693 of unknown material. The most are in Muscatine Power & Water.
18% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Iowa average (5.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 15%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.2%
- Unknown 12%
- Non-lead 69%
Water systems serving Muscatine County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muscatine Power & WaterMuscatine | 1,990 | 429 | 1 | 23% |
| Wilton Water SupplyWilton | 40 | 0 | 575 | 2.7% |
| West Liberty Water UtilityWest Liberty | 9 | 3 | 1,102 | 0.8% |
| Stockton Muni Water SupplyStockton | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2.4% |
| Rancho Valley Homeowners AssocMontpelier | 0 | 0 | 12 | 0% |
| Hilltop Road Association #1Muscatine | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Hilltop Road Association #2Muscatine | 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 Muscatine County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Muscatine County reported 2,039 lead and 434 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,693 of unknown material.
Which Muscatine County water systems have the most lead lines?
Muscatine Power & Water (2,419), Wilton Water Supply (40), West Liberty Water Utility (12).
How do I check my home in Muscatine 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.