Wisconsin · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ashland County, WI
5 community water systems serving Ashland County reported 536 lead and 178 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 890 of unknown material. The most are in Ashland Water Utility.
16% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Wisconsin average (11%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 12%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.9%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 65%
Water systems serving Ashland County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland Water UtilityAshland | 536 | 64 | 471 | 16% |
| Mellen Water UtilityMellen | 0 | 114 | 0 | 27% |
| Glidden Sanitary DistrictGlidden | 0 | 0 | 293 | 0% |
| Butternut WaterworksButternut | 0 | 0 | 102 | 0% |
| Aspen RidgeMarengo | 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 Ashland County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ashland County reported 536 lead and 178 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 890 of unknown material.
Which Ashland County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ashland Water Utility (600), Mellen Water Utility (114).
How do I check my home in Ashland 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.