Lead pipes in Ramsey County, Minnesota
How many lead pipes are in Ramsey County, MN?
Water systems based in Ramsey County reported 17,835 lead service lines, 563 galvanized lines that need replacing and 17,527 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Saint Paul has the most, with 17,776 lead and galvanized lines.
Free replacement program confirmed
Who pays in Minnesota
Minnesota set a goal in 2023 to remove every lead service line by 2033 and put $240 million of state money, plus federal funds, into a Public Facilities Authority grant program that covers both public and private costs. As a result the big Minnesota programs, including Minneapolis, Saint Paul and Rochester, replace the private side for free.
Confirmed programs in Ramsey County
- Saint Paul: Free, both sides.
Every Ramsey County water system with lead lines
Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul Saint Paul Regional Water Services | 17,772 | 4 | 6,084 | Free replacement |
| Roseville Roseville | 28 | 337 | 983 | Not confirmed |
| North Saint Paul North Saint Paul | 32 | 107 | 3,753 | Not confirmed |
| White Bear Lake White Bear Lake | 1 | 91 | 5,014 | Not confirmed |
| New Brighton New Brighton | 0 | 19 | 226 | Not confirmed |
| White Bear Township White Bear Township | 2 | 4 | 956 | Not confirmed |
| Vadnais Heights Vadnais Heights | 0 | 1 | 511 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Ramsey County, MN?
Water systems based in Ramsey County reported 17,835 lead service lines, 563 galvanized lines that need replacing and 17,527 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Saint Paul has the most, with 17,776 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Ramsey County?
It depends on your water utility. Minnesota set a goal in 2023 to remove every lead service line by 2033 and put $240 million of state money, plus federal funds, into a Public Facilities Authority grant program that covers both public and private costs. We have confirmed programs for 1 Ramsey County utility, listed on this page.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.
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