North Dakota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sargent County, ND
3 community water systems serving Sargent County reported 7 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 514 of unknown material. The most are in City of Forman.
2.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the North Dakota average (2.0%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 71%
- Non-lead 27%
Water systems serving Sargent County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of FormanForman | 4 | 8 | 184 | 4.8% |
| City of GwinnerGwinner | 1 | 1 | 224 | 0.6% |
| City of RutlandRutland | 2 | 0 | 106 | 1.9% |
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 Sargent County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sargent County reported 7 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 514 of unknown material.
Which Sargent County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Forman (12), City of Gwinner (2), City of Rutland (2).
How do I check my home in Sargent 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.