Minnesota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sibley County, MN
6 community water systems serving Sibley County reported 41 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 762 of unknown material. The most are in Gaylord.
2.8% 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 1.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 24%
- Non-lead 74%
Water systems serving Sibley County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GaylordSibley County | 40 | 19 | 314 | 6.4% |
| New AuburnSibley County | 0 | 21 | 166 | 11% |
| Green IsleSibley County | 1 | 5 | 75 | 1.9% |
| GibbonSibley County | 0 | 3 | 207 | 0.7% |
| WinthropSibley County | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.4% |
| ArlingtonSibley 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 Sibley County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sibley County reported 41 lead and 50 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 762 of unknown material.
Which Sibley County water systems have the most lead lines?
Gaylord (59), New Auburn (21), Green Isle (6).
How do I check my home in Sibley 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.