North Dakota · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wells County, ND
6 community water systems serving Wells County reported 79 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,136 of unknown material. The most are in City of Harvey.
3.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the North Dakota average (2.0%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 3.0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.9%
- Unknown 42%
- Non-lead 54%
Water systems serving Wells County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HarveyHarvey | 29 | 22 | 111 | 5.3% |
| City of FessendenFessenden | 47 | 2 | 19 | 16% |
| City of SykestonSykeston | 3 | 0 | 89 | 3.3% |
| Central Plains Water DistrictWells County | 0 | 0 | 862 | 0% |
| City of CathayCathay | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0% |
| City of BowdonBowdon | 0 | 0 | 24 | 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 Wells County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wells County reported 79 lead and 24 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,136 of unknown material.
Which Wells County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Harvey (51), City of Fessenden (49), City of Sykeston (3).
How do I check my home in Wells 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.