Minnesota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Koochiching County, MN
3 community water systems serving Koochiching County reported 53 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,797 of unknown material. The most are in International Falls.
1.6% 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 1.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 81%
- Non-lead 18%
Water systems serving Koochiching County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International FallsKoochiching County | 48 | 3 | 2,506 | 1.9% |
| LittleforkKoochiching County | 4 | 0 | 201 | 1.4% |
| RanierKoochiching County | 1 | 1 | 90 | 0.5% |
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 Koochiching County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Koochiching County reported 53 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,797 of unknown material.
Which Koochiching County water systems have the most lead lines?
International Falls (51), Littlefork (4), Ranier (2).
How do I check my home in Koochiching 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.