Iowa · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Washington County, IA
7 community water systems serving Washington County reported 456 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,037 of unknown material. The most are in Washington Water Department.
3.5% 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 3.5%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 7.9%
- Non-lead 89%
Water systems serving Washington County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Water DepartmentWashington | 434 | 0 | 146 | 16% |
| Brighton Municipal Water SupplyBrighton | 20 | 0 | 29 | 7.0% |
| Wellman Municipal WaterworksWellman | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.3% |
| Waldschmidt SubdivisionRiverside | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4.5% |
| Wapello Rural Water Assoc.Ottumwa | 0 | 0 | 846 | 0% |
| Kalona Water DeptKalona | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0% |
| Riverside Water SupplyRiverside | 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 Washington County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Washington County reported 456 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,037 of unknown material.
Which Washington County water systems have the most lead lines?
Washington Water Department (434), Brighton Municipal Water Supply (20), Wellman Municipal Waterworks (2).
How do I check my home in Washington 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.