Minnesota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Aitkin County, MN
3 community water systems serving Aitkin County reported 6 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 158 of unknown material. The most are in Aitkin.
1.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Minnesota average (5.7%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 13%
- Non-lead 86%
Water systems serving Aitkin County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AitkinAitkin County | 6 | 3 | 68 | 1.1% |
| Hill CityAitkin County | 0 | 5 | 75 | 1.7% |
| PalisadeAitkin County | 0 | 3 | 15 | 2.7% |
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 Aitkin County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Aitkin County reported 6 lead and 11 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 158 of unknown material.
Which Aitkin County water systems have the most lead lines?
Aitkin (9), Hill City (5), Palisade (3).
How do I check my home in Aitkin 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.