Minnesota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pope County, MN
4 community water systems serving Pope County reported 8 lead and 56 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,346 of unknown material. The most are in Starbuck.
2.9% 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 0.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.6%
- Unknown 62%
- Non-lead 35%
Water systems serving Pope County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| StarbuckPope County | 3 | 39 | 292 | 5.9% |
| GlenwoodPope County | 4 | 12 | 862 | 1.4% |
| LowryPope County | 0 | 4 | 91 | 2.1% |
| CyrusPope County | 1 | 1 | 101 | 1.2% |
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 Pope County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pope County reported 8 lead and 56 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,346 of unknown material.
Which Pope County water systems have the most lead lines?
Starbuck (42), Glenwood (16), Lowry (4).
How do I check my home in Pope 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.