MANDAN CITY OF Lead Service Line Inventory
Mandan's water system serves about 21,769 people in North Dakota. If you live here, you may be wondering whether your home has a lead service line—the pipe that connects the water main under the street to your house. Lead pipes can leach lead into drinking water, especially in older homes.
What we know about Mandan's lead service lines
Mandan draws its water from surface sources (rivers or lakes). The city has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means we don't have a public count of how many lead pipes exist in the community, though older neighborhoods are statistically more likely to have them.
Many water systems across the US are still in the early stages of mapping their lead pipes. North Dakota's deadline for completing lead service line inventories is 2024, so Mandan may be actively working on this now.
How to find out if your home has a lead service line
Start by contacting Mandan City of directly. Ask them:
- Does my address have a lead service line?
- Can they send or show you their inventory data?
- What's their timeline for replacing lead pipes?
You can also look at your home's age and the material of visible pipes. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead service lines, though they can exist in any era. If you can see the pipe where it enters your home, a magnet test can help: lead is not magnetic, while many other metals are.
If your home has a lead service line
The EPA and CDC recommend reducing exposure, especially for children under 6. Replacing the line is the only permanent fix, though interim steps like flushing and using filters can help. Your water utility may offer replacement programs or rebates—ask when you contact them.
Getting more information
- EPA Lead and Copper Rule: learn about water system testing requirements
- CDC on lead and children's health: guidance for families concerned about exposure
- Your utility's website: often has updates on lead programs and replacement initiatives
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Next steps for residents
- Contact Mandan City of to request information about lead service lines at your address.
- Ask whether the city has replacement programs or financial assistance available.
- If your home was built before 1986, have a plumber inspect visible water pipes.
- Consider testing your water if you're concerned; many health departments and utilities offer free or low-cost testing.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if I have a lead service line?
Contact Mandan City of directly and ask about your address. You can also check your home's age (pre-1986 homes are higher risk) and have a plumber inspect visible pipes. A magnet test won't stick to lead but will stick to iron or steel.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead can harm children's brain development and cause health problems in anyone. The CDC recommends reducing exposure. For specific health concerns, talk to your doctor or pediatrician.
What should I do if my home has a lead service line?
Replacement is the best long-term solution. Contact your water utility to ask about replacement programs, rebates, or financing. In the meantime, you can flush pipes and use filters, though these are not permanent fixes.
When will Mandan finish its lead service line inventory?
Water systems in North Dakota must complete inventories by 2024. Contact Mandan City of to ask about their progress and expected completion date.