Wisconsin · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Iron County, WI
4 community water systems serving Iron County reported 0 lead and 86 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 457 of unknown material. The most are in Hurley Waterworks.
5.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Wisconsin average (11%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.3%
- Unknown 28%
- Non-lead 67%
Water systems serving Iron County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurley WaterworksHurley | 0 | 48 | 112 | 5.4% |
| Montreal WaterworksMontreal | 0 | 33 | 278 | 6.4% |
| Iron Belt WaterworksIron Belt | 0 | 5 | 51 | 4.0% |
| Pence WaterworksPence | 0 | 0 | 16 | 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 Iron County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Iron County reported 0 lead and 86 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 457 of unknown material.
Which Iron County water systems have the most lead lines?
Hurley Waterworks (48), Montreal Waterworks (33), Iron Belt Waterworks (5).
How do I check my home in Iron 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.