Minnesota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Nicollet County, MN
6 community water systems serving Nicollet County reported 96 lead and 84 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 51 of unknown material. The most are in North Mankato.
1.9% 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 1.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 0.5%
- Non-lead 98%
Water systems serving Nicollet County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North MankatoNicollet County | 77 | 76 | 4 | 3.0% |
| Saint PeterNicollet County | 19 | 5 | 3 | 0.7% |
| LafayetteNicollet County | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.8% |
| CourtlandNicollet County | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0.3% |
| Klossner Water AssociationNicollet County | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0% |
| NicolletNicollet County | 0 | 0 | 10 | 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 Nicollet County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Nicollet County reported 96 lead and 84 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 51 of unknown material.
Which Nicollet County water systems have the most lead lines?
North Mankato (153), Saint Peter (24), Lafayette (2).
How do I check my home in Nicollet 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.