Minnesota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Waseca County, MN
3 community water systems serving Waseca County reported 68 lead and 51 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,195 of unknown material. The most are in Waseca.
2.5% 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 1.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.1%
- Unknown 45%
- Non-lead 52%
Water systems serving Waseca County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WasecaWaseca County | 40 | 28 | 1,834 | 2.0% |
| JanesvilleWaseca County | 28 | 10 | 0 | 4.0% |
| New RichlandWaseca County | 0 | 13 | 361 | 2.5% |
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 Waseca County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Waseca County reported 68 lead and 51 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,195 of unknown material.
Which Waseca County water systems have the most lead lines?
Waseca (68), Janesville (38), New Richland (13).
How do I check my home in Waseca 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.