Minnesota · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Carlton County, MN
9 community water systems serving Carlton County reported 4 lead and 430 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,770 of unknown material. The most are in Cloquet.
7.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Minnesota average (5.7%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.5%
- Unknown 48%
- Non-lead 44%
Water systems serving Carlton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CloquetCarlton County | 0 | 359 | 1,880 | 9.8% |
| Moose LakeCarlton County | 0 | 31 | 507 | 5.1% |
| BarnumCarlton County | 0 | 24 | 0 | 10% |
| ScanlonCarlton County | 3 | 5 | 319 | 1.9% |
| WrenshallCarlton County | 0 | 5 | 42 | 3.4% |
| Kettle RiverCarlton County | 0 | 4 | 19 | 3.8% |
| CromwellCarlton County | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.8% |
| MN Correctional Facility - Moose LakeCarlton County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| CarltonCarlton County | 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 Carlton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Carlton County reported 4 lead and 430 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,770 of unknown material.
Which Carlton County water systems have the most lead lines?
Cloquet (359), Moose Lake (31), Barnum (24).
How do I check my home in Carlton 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.