North Dakota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in McIntosh County, ND
4 community water systems serving McIntosh County reported 10 lead and 20 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 840 of unknown material. The most are in City of Wishek.
2.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the North Dakota average (2.0%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 66%
- Non-lead 32%
Water systems serving McIntosh County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of WishekWishek | 7 | 12 | 513 | 3.6% |
| City of AshleyAshley | 0 | 6 | 245 | 1.2% |
| City of LehrLehr | 3 | 2 | 55 | 4.2% |
| City of ZeelandZeeland | 0 | 0 | 27 | 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 McIntosh County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving McIntosh County reported 10 lead and 20 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 840 of unknown material.
Which McIntosh County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Wishek (19), City of Ashley (6), City of Lehr (5).
How do I check my home in McIntosh 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.