Minnesota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Swift County, MN
5 community water systems serving Swift County reported 30 lead and 107 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,762 of unknown material. The most are in Benson.
4.7% 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 1.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.7%
- Unknown 61%
- Non-lead 35%
Water systems serving Swift County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BensonSwift County | 18 | 69 | 729 | 6.1% |
| AppletonSwift County | 12 | 35 | 560 | 5.9% |
| MurdockSwift County | 0 | 3 | 116 | 1.8% |
| KerkhovenSwift County | 0 | 0 | 356 | 0% |
| DeGraffSwift County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Swift County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Swift County reported 30 lead and 107 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,762 of unknown material.
Which Swift County water systems have the most lead lines?
Benson (87), Appleton (47), Murdock (3).
How do I check my home in Swift 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.