North Dakota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dickey County, ND
6 community water systems serving Dickey County reported 5 lead and 22 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,453 of unknown material. The most are in City of Ellendale.
1.0% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the North Dakota average (2.0%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.8%
- Unknown 51%
- Non-lead 48%
Water systems serving Dickey County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of EllendaleEllendale | 5 | 18 | 489 | 2.9% |
| City of OakesOakes | 0 | 2 | 811 | 0.2% |
| City of FullertonFullerton | 0 | 1 | 46 | 1.9% |
| City of MonangoMonango | 0 | 1 | 36 | 2.6% |
| City of ForbesForbes | 0 | 0 | 71 | 0% |
| Southeast Wud (West)Dickey County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Dickey County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dickey County reported 5 lead and 22 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,453 of unknown material.
Which Dickey County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Ellendale (23), City of Oakes (2), City of Fullerton (1).
How do I check my home in Dickey 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.