North Dakota · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ransom County, ND
4 community water systems serving Ransom County reported 52 lead and 17 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,210 of unknown material. The most are in City of Enderlin.
2.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the North Dakota average (2.0%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 2.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.7%
- Unknown 47%
- Non-lead 51%
Water systems serving Ransom County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of EnderlinEnderlin | 48 | 14 | 206 | 14% |
| City of LisbonLisbon | 1 | 3 | 856 | 0.4% |
| City of SheldonSheldon | 3 | 0 | 50 | 2.8% |
| Southeast Wud (Central-Lisbon)Ransom County | 0 | 0 | 98 | 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 Ransom County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ransom County reported 52 lead and 17 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,210 of unknown material.
Which Ransom County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Enderlin (62), City of Lisbon (4), City of Sheldon (3).
How do I check my home in Ransom 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.