Lead pipes in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin

Who pays in Wisconsin

Wisconsin lets each utility decide. Under a 2017 law, utilities can offer grants or loans to owners for the private side with Public Service Commission approval. The DNR gives municipalities principal forgiveness (money that does not have to be repaid) for private-side work, and since July 2025 state law also allows forgiving loans for lead line projects. Homeowners cannot apply to the DNR directly; the money flows through the city.

Confirmed programs in Manitowoc County

• Manitowoc: 50% off; free in disadvantaged areas.

Every Manitowoc 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.

Systems over the new 10 ppb lead action level

Two Rivers (13 ppb, 2025-06 to 2025-09). See all systems over 10 ppb.

Get lead line replacement quotes in Manitowoc County

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Manitowoc County, WI?

Water systems based in Manitowoc County reported 2,295 lead service lines, 424 galvanized lines that need replacing and 2,334 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Manitowoc has the most, with 2,211 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Manitowoc County?

It depends on your water utility. Wisconsin lets each utility decide. We have confirmed programs for 1 Manitowoc 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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