North Dakota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in McHenry County, ND
6 community water systems serving McHenry County reported 11 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,216 of unknown material. The most are in City of Velva.
1.4% 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 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 82%
- Non-lead 16%
Water systems serving McHenry County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of VelvaVelva | 8 | 4 | 439 | 2.3% |
| City of DrakeDrake | 0 | 4 | 105 | 1.6% |
| City of TownerTowner | 2 | 0 | 302 | 0.6% |
| City of GranvilleGranville | 1 | 1 | 169 | 1.2% |
| City of UphamUpham | 0 | 0 | 127 | 0% |
| City of KarlsruheKarlsruhe | 0 | 0 | 74 | 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 McHenry County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving McHenry County reported 11 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,216 of unknown material.
Which McHenry County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Velva (12), City of Drake (4), City of Towner (2).
How do I check my home in McHenry 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.