North Dakota · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in McKenzie County, ND
5 community water systems serving McKenzie County reported 0 lead and 3 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,509 of unknown material. The most are in City of Watford City.
<0.1% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 34%
- Non-lead 66%
Water systems serving McKenzie County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Watford CityWatford City | 0 | 3 | 653 | 0.1% |
| McKenzie County WRDMcKenzie County | 0 | 0 | 640 | 0% |
| City of ArnegardMcKenzie County | 0 | 0 | 147 | 0% |
| Watford City Mobile Home ParkMcKenzie County | 0 | 0 | 69 | 0% |
| City of AlexanderAlexander | 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 McKenzie County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving McKenzie County reported 0 lead and 3 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,509 of unknown material.
Which McKenzie County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Watford City (3).
How do I check my home in McKenzie 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.