Minnesota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Rock County, MN
6 community water systems serving Rock County reported 70 lead and 117 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,000 of unknown material. The most are in Luverne.
5.3% 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 2.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.3%
- Unknown 28%
- Non-lead 66%
Water systems serving Rock County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LuverneRock County | 70 | 98 | 646 | 8.1% |
| HardwickRock County | 0 | 11 | 50 | 12% |
| Beaver CreekRock County | 0 | 6 | 88 | 4.1% |
| HillsRock County | 0 | 2 | 215 | 0.7% |
| MagnoliaRock County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Rock County Rural Water SystemRock County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Rock County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Rock County reported 70 lead and 117 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,000 of unknown material.
Which Rock County water systems have the most lead lines?
Luverne (168), Hardwick (11), Beaver Creek (6).
How do I check my home in Rock 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.