Minnesota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Steele County, MN
5 community water systems serving Steele County reported 4 lead and 77 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,193 of unknown material. The most are in Owatonna.
0.7% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 9.6%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Steele County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OwatonnaSteele County | 2 | 54 | 177 | 0.5% |
| Blooming PrairieSteele County | 1 | 15 | 579 | 1.7% |
| Hope Water CooperativeSteele County | 0 | 5 | 0 | 16% |
| EllendaleSteele County | 1 | 3 | 176 | 1.0% |
| MedfordSteele County | 0 | 0 | 261 | 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 Steele County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Steele County reported 4 lead and 77 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,193 of unknown material.
Which Steele County water systems have the most lead lines?
Owatonna (56), Blooming Prairie (16), Hope Water Cooperative (5).
How do I check my home in Steele 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.