Minnesota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Stevens County, MN
4 community water systems serving Stevens County reported 128 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,083 of unknown material. The most are in Morris.
5.0% 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 4.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.2%
- Unknown 41%
- Non-lead 54%
Water systems serving Stevens County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MorrisStevens County | 119 | 3 | 690 | 6.7% |
| ChokioStevens County | 6 | 0 | 145 | 2.1% |
| DonnellyStevens County | 3 | 0 | 165 | 1.8% |
| HancockStevens County | 0 | 2 | 83 | 0.5% |
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 Stevens County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Stevens County reported 128 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,083 of unknown material.
Which Stevens County water systems have the most lead lines?
Morris (122), Chokio (6), Donnelly (3).
How do I check my home in Stevens 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.