Minnesota · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Meeker County, MN
7 community water systems serving Meeker County reported 2 lead and 288 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,225 of unknown material. The most are in Litchfield.
6.0% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.9%
- Unknown 46%
- Non-lead 48%
Water systems serving Meeker County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LitchfieldMeeker County | 1 | 208 | 948 | 8.0% |
| DasselMeeker County | 0 | 44 | 673 | 6.1% |
| Eden ValleyMeeker County | 1 | 22 | 183 | 5.2% |
| WatkinsMeeker County | 0 | 8 | 36 | 1.9% |
| CosmosMeeker County | 0 | 4 | 114 | 1.4% |
| Grove CityMeeker County | 0 | 2 | 175 | 0.7% |
| DarwinMeeker County | 0 | 0 | 96 | 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 Meeker County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Meeker County reported 2 lead and 288 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,225 of unknown material.
Which Meeker County water systems have the most lead lines?
Litchfield (209), Dassel (44), Eden Valley (23).
How do I check my home in Meeker 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.