Minnesota · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Morrison County, MN
7 community water systems serving Morrison County reported 2 lead and 539 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,703 of unknown material. The most are in Little Falls.
11% 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) 11%
- Unknown 33%
- Non-lead 56%
Water systems serving Morrison County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little FallsMorrison County | 0 | 451 | 1,401 | 14% |
| Rich Prairie Sewer and Water DistrictMorrison County | 0 | 55 | 88 | 8.1% |
| SwanvilleMorrison County | 1 | 18 | 26 | 13% |
| RoyaltonMorrison County | 0 | 9 | 63 | 1.7% |
| UpsalaMorrison County | 0 | 5 | 23 | 3.2% |
| BowlusMorrison County | 1 | 0 | 102 | 0.8% |
| MotleyMorrison County | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.3% |
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 Morrison County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Morrison County reported 2 lead and 539 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,703 of unknown material.
Which Morrison County water systems have the most lead lines?
Little Falls (451), Rich Prairie Sewer and Water District (55), Swanville (19).
How do I check my home in Morrison 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.