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Lead service lines in Minnesota

Aggregated lead pipe inventory data for all 6,665 public water systems in Minnesota, serving approximately 5,252,128 residents.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS: 2026-04-14
Water systems
6,665
Population served
5,252,128
Known lead lines
0
Unknown material
0

Lead Service Lines in Minnesota

What you need to know

Minnesota's 6,665 public water systems serve about 5.3 million people. According to the most recent data available, the state has reported 0 known lead service lines across all utilities. This is a positive baseline—but it doesn't mean lead pipes don't exist in older homes.

Lead service lines are the pipes that connect your home to the municipal water main. They were commonly installed before the 1980s, when lead was standard plumbing material. Even if your water system hasn't formally identified lead lines yet, older neighborhoods—especially those built before 1950—are more likely to have them.

Why this matters

Lead in drinking water is a real health concern, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. The CDC has set a goal of zero lead exposure. Even low levels can affect brain development over time. If your home was built before 1986, there's a reasonable chance your service line or interior plumbing contains lead.

Minnesota has not yet received federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding for lead service line replacement as of the latest reporting. However, funding opportunities may expand, and your water utility may have local programs.

What Minnesota water systems are reporting

Most of Minnesota's water utilities—including the smaller systems listed here (Plantation, Old Agency, Onigum Head Start, Palmquist, Northern Lights Casino, and Northside)—have not yet completed detailed lead service line inventories. Many systems are still in the early stages of mapping their pipes.

Next steps for residents

  • Contact your water utility directly. Ask: "Do you know if my address has a lead service line?" Provide your street address. Many utilities have records even if they haven't published them publicly yet.
  • Get your water tested. If you have a pre-1986 home, ask your utility for a free or low-cost lead test kit, or contact your county health department.
  • Know the signs. Dull gray or silver-colored pipes, or pipes that dent easily when scratched, may indicate lead. Take photos and send them to your utility.
  • Check the EPA's resources. Visit epa.gov/lead for testing and remediation guidance.

Largest public water systems in Minnesota

UtilityPWSIDPopulationKnown leadUnknown
PLANTATION055294205———
OLD AGENCY055294208———
ONIGUM HEAD START050594221———
PALMQUIST055294405———
NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO050594210———
NORTHSIDE055294214———
NAYTAHWAUSH055294701———
OAK POINT055294207———
NORTH WATER TREATMENT PLANT (NWTP)055294501———
INGER055294204———
LOWER SIOUX055294503———
BUG-O-NAY-GE-SHIG VOCATIONAL SCHOOL050594224———
NETT LAKE055294401———
BENA055294202———
APPLE ORCHARD055294304———
INDIAN POINT055294404———
HINCKLEY055294305———
BUG-O-NAY-GE-SHIG SCHOOL050594204———
BEMIDJI HEAD START050594223———
BALL CLUB055294201———
7-CLANS HOTEL/WATER PARK AND CASINO050594602———
ELBOW LAKE055294705———
GRAND PORTAGE055294101———
BALL CLUB HEAD START050594220———
PONEMAH055294603———

Cities in Minnesota

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Frequently asked about lead pipes in Minnesota

Does Minnesota have lead in the water?

Lead in Minnesota's water typically comes from old service lines or home plumbing, not from the treatment plants themselves. Minnesota's reported data shows zero known lead service lines statewide, but many utilities are still completing their inventories. Homes built before 1986 are at higher risk.

How do I know if my house has a lead service line?

Contact your water utility with your address—they may have records. You can also look at exposed pipes in your basement or crawlspace; lead pipes are soft, dull gray, and dent when scratched. A plumber or utility inspector can confirm.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Minnesota?

Minnesota's public water systems are regularly tested and treated. However, if your home has a lead service line or old plumbing, lead can leach into water. A simple test kit (often free from your utility) can tell you if lead is present in your tap water.

What should I do if I find lead in my water?

First, contact your utility and local health department. Use cold water for drinking and cooking, and flush lines for 30 seconds before use. The EPA and CDC have guidance on flushing, filters, and next steps at epa.gov/lead. For health concerns, consult your pediatrician or doctor.