Minnesota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Brown County, MN
4 community water systems serving Brown County reported 61 lead and 311 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,577 of unknown material. The most are in New Ulm.
4.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Minnesota average (5.7%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.8%
- Unknown 32%
- Non-lead 64%
Water systems serving Brown County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New UlmBrown County | 21 | 268 | 2,162 | 5.4% |
| SpringfieldBrown County | 3 | 41 | 2 | 4.4% |
| Sleepy EyeBrown County | 37 | 2 | 315 | 2.5% |
| HanskaBrown County | 0 | 0 | 98 | 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 Brown County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Brown County reported 61 lead and 311 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,577 of unknown material.
Which Brown County water systems have the most lead lines?
New Ulm (289), Springfield (44), Sleepy Eye (39).
How do I check my home in Brown 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.