Minnesota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Becker County, MN
6 community water systems serving Becker County reported 3 lead and 156 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 392 of unknown material. The most are in Twin Haven Estates.
2.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Minnesota average (5.7%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.5%
- Unknown 6.4%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Becker County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Haven EstatesBecker County | 0 | 60 | 0 | 100% |
| FrazeeBecker County | 0 | 50 | 21 | 10% |
| Detroit LakesBecker County | 1 | 36 | 0 | 0.8% |
| AudubonBecker County | 1 | 5 | 212 | 2.2% |
| Lake ParkBecker County | 1 | 5 | 147 | 1.7% |
| CallawayBecker County | 0 | 0 | 12 | 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 Becker County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Becker County reported 3 lead and 156 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 392 of unknown material.
Which Becker County water systems have the most lead lines?
Twin Haven Estates (60), Frazee (50), Detroit Lakes (37).
How do I check my home in Becker 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.