Wisconsin · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jackson County, WI
6 community water systems serving Jackson County reported 1 lead and 132 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 495 of unknown material. The most are in Black River Falls Waterworks.
5.4% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.3%
- Unknown 20%
- Non-lead 75%
Water systems serving Jackson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Falls WaterworksBlack River Falls | 0 | 85 | 79 | 5.9% |
| Melrose WaterworksMelrose | 0 | 29 | 112 | 12% |
| Alma Center WaterworksAlma Center | 0 | 11 | 74 | 4.8% |
| Merrillan WaterworksMerrillan | 1 | 7 | 224 | 2.8% |
| Blue Spruce Mobile Home CommunityBlack River Falls | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0% |
| Brockway Sanitary Dist 1Black River Falls | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Jackson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jackson County reported 1 lead and 132 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 495 of unknown material.
Which Jackson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Black River Falls Waterworks (85), Melrose Waterworks (29), Alma Center Waterworks (11).
How do I check my home in Jackson 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.