Wisconsin · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Waupaca County, WI
7 community water systems serving Waupaca County reported 493 lead and 401 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,664 of unknown material. The most are in New London Waterworks.
8.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Wisconsin average (11%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 4.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.9%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 65%
Water systems serving Waupaca County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New London WaterworksNew London | 365 | 4 | 0 | 13% |
| Clintonville UtilitiesClintonville | 23 | 189 | 1,229 | 9.3% |
| Waupaca WaterworksWaupaca | 1 | 193 | 874 | 7.2% |
| Weyauwega WaterworksWeyauwega | 72 | 14 | 555 | 11% |
| Manawa WaterworksManawa | 32 | 1 | 6 | 5.9% |
| Marion WaterworksMarion | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Iola WaterworksIola | 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 Waupaca County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Waupaca County reported 493 lead and 401 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,664 of unknown material.
Which Waupaca County water systems have the most lead lines?
New London Waterworks (369), Clintonville Utilities (212), Waupaca Waterworks (194).
How do I check my home in Waupaca 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.