North Dakota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Golden Valley County, ND
3 community water systems serving Golden Valley County reported 5 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 423 of unknown material. The most are in City of Beach.
0.7% 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 0.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 49%
- Non-lead 50%
Water systems serving Golden Valley County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BeachBeach | 5 | 1 | 279 | 0.8% |
| City of Sentinel ButteSentinel Butte | 0 | 0 | 75 | 0% |
| City of GolvaGolva | 0 | 0 | 69 | 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 Golden Valley County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Golden Valley County reported 5 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 423 of unknown material.
Which Golden Valley County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Beach (6).
How do I check my home in Golden Valley 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.