Minnesota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Grant County, MN
6 community water systems serving Grant County reported 3 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 185 of unknown material. The most are in Ashby.
1.1% 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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Grant County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AshbyGrant County | 0 | 5 | 19 | 1.9% |
| BarrettGrant County | 0 | 5 | 5 | 2.8% |
| Elbow LakeGrant County | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.4% |
| NorcrossGrant County | 0 | 2 | 45 | 4.3% |
| HoffmanGrant County | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0.6% |
| WendellGrant County | 0 | 0 | 105 | 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 Grant County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Grant County reported 3 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 185 of unknown material.
Which Grant County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ashby (5), Barrett (5), Elbow Lake (3).
How do I check my home in Grant 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.