Minnesota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wilkin County, MN
5 community water systems serving Wilkin County reported 48 lead and 67 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 431 of unknown material. The most are in Breckenridge.
5.8% 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 2.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.4%
- Unknown 22%
- Non-lead 72%
Water systems serving Wilkin County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BreckenridgeWilkin County | 43 | 56 | 14 | 6.9% |
| RothsayWilkin County | 2 | 7 | 136 | 3.5% |
| CampbellWilkin County | 1 | 4 | 120 | 4.0% |
| WolvertonWilkin County | 2 | 0 | 105 | 1.8% |
| KentWilkin County | 0 | 0 | 56 | 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 Wilkin County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wilkin County reported 48 lead and 67 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 431 of unknown material.
Which Wilkin County water systems have the most lead lines?
Breckenridge (99), Rothsay (9), Campbell (5).
How do I check my home in Wilkin 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.