Wisconsin · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Douglas County, WI
2 community water systems serving Douglas County reported 4,497 lead and 113 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 391 of unknown material. The most are in Superior Water Light & Power Company.
43% 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 42%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.1%
- Unknown 3.6%
- Non-lead 53%
Water systems serving Douglas County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Water Light & Power CompanySuperior | 4,497 | 113 | 360 | 43% |
| Manitou Falls Sanitary District No 1Superior | 0 | 0 | 31 | 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 Douglas County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Douglas County reported 4,497 lead and 113 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 391 of unknown material.
Which Douglas County water systems have the most lead lines?
Superior Water Light & Power Company (4,610).
How do I check my home in Douglas 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.