Minnesota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Houston County, MN
5 community water systems serving Houston County reported 45 lead and 360 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,238 of unknown material. The most are in LaCrescent.
8.4% 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 0.9%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.4%
- Unknown 46%
- Non-lead 45%
Water systems serving Houston County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaCrescentHouston County | 17 | 187 | 1,236 | 9.7% |
| CaledoniaHouston County | 8 | 140 | 334 | 11% |
| HoustonHouston County | 19 | 6 | 4 | 5.6% |
| HokahHouston County | 1 | 22 | 215 | 9.0% |
| Spring GroveHouston County | 0 | 5 | 449 | 0.7% |
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 Houston County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Houston County reported 45 lead and 360 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,238 of unknown material.
Which Houston County water systems have the most lead lines?
LaCrescent (204), Caledonia (148), Houston (25).
How do I check my home in Houston 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.