North Dakota · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Steele County, ND
3 community water systems serving Steele County reported 2 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 166 of unknown material. The most are in City of Hope.
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 0.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.0%
- Unknown 34%
- Non-lead 65%
Water systems serving Steele County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HopeHope | 2 | 2 | 60 | 2.8% |
| City of FinleyFinley | 0 | 3 | 63 | 1.1% |
| City of SharonSharon | 0 | 0 | 43 | 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 Steele County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Steele County reported 2 lead and 5 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 166 of unknown material.
Which Steele County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Hope (4), City of Finley (3).
How do I check my home in Steele 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.