Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Poweshiek County, IA
4 community water systems serving Poweshiek County reported 834 lead and 27 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,994 of unknown material. The most are in Grinnell Water Department.
15% 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) 0.5%
- Unknown 36%
- Non-lead 49%
Water systems serving Poweshiek County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grinnell Water DepartmentGrinnell | 761 | 27 | 1,994 | 23% |
| Brooklyn Water DepartmentBrooklyn | 49 | 0 | 0 | 7.2% |
| Montezuma Muni Water SupplyMontezuma | 24 | 0 | 0 | 3.0% |
| Ponderosa Utilities INC.Montezuma | 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 Poweshiek County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Poweshiek County reported 834 lead and 27 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,994 of unknown material.
Which Poweshiek County water systems have the most lead lines?
Grinnell Water Department (788), Brooklyn Water Department (49), Montezuma Muni Water Supply (24).
How do I check my home in Poweshiek 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.