Minnesota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pennington County, MN
4 community water systems serving Pennington County reported 44 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,830 of unknown material. The most are in Thief River Falls.
2.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Minnesota average (5.7%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 49%
- Non-lead 49%
Water systems serving Pennington County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thief River FallsPennington County | 44 | 47 | 1,772 | 2.6% |
| Saint HilairePennington County | 0 | 3 | 32 | 2.4% |
| Aaseby CourtPennington County | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0% |
| GoodridgePennington County | 0 | 0 | 12 | 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 Pennington County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pennington County reported 44 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,830 of unknown material.
Which Pennington County water systems have the most lead lines?
Thief River Falls (91), Saint Hilaire (3).
How do I check my home in Pennington 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.