Minnesota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wadena County, MN
3 community water systems serving Wadena County reported 1 lead and 410 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 223 of unknown material. The most are in Wadena.
16% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Minnesota average (5.7%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 16%
- Unknown 8.4%
- Non-lead 76%
Water systems serving Wadena County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WadenaWadena County | 0 | 408 | 118 | 23% |
| MenahgaWadena County | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0.3% |
| VerndaleWadena County | 0 | 1 | 103 | 0.4% |
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 Wadena County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wadena County reported 1 lead and 410 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 223 of unknown material.
Which Wadena County water systems have the most lead lines?
Wadena (408), Menahga (2), Verndale (1).
How do I check my home in Wadena 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.