Iowa · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wapello County, IA
4 community water systems serving Wapello County reported 7 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 894 of unknown material. The most are in Eldon Water Supply.
<0.1% 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) <0.1%
- Unknown 4.8%
- Non-lead 95%
Water systems serving Wapello County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldon Water SupplyEldon | 7 | 0 | 48 | 1.7% |
| Leisure Living Manf Home CommunityOttumwa | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1.4% |
| Wapello Rural Water Assoc.Ottumwa | 0 | 0 | 846 | 0% |
| Ottumwa Water WorksOttumwa | 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 Wapello County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wapello County reported 7 lead and 2 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 894 of unknown material.
Which Wapello County water systems have the most lead lines?
Eldon Water Supply (7), Leisure Living Manf Home Community (2).
How do I check my home in Wapello 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.