Lead pipes in Outagamie County, Wisconsin
How many lead pipes are in Outagamie County, WI?
Water systems based in Outagamie County reported 822 lead service lines, 731 galvanized lines that need replacing and 789 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Menasha has the most, with 731 lead and galvanized lines.
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 Outagamie County
- Menasha: Required within 1 year; city pays most.
Every Outagamie 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menasha Appleton Waterworks | 4 | 727 | 377 | Utility pays part |
| Little Chute Little Chute Waterworks | 363 | 0 | 217 | Not confirmed |
| Kaukauna Kaukauna Utilities | 237 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Kimberly Kimberly Waterworks | 217 | 0 | 17 | Not confirmed |
| Black Creek Black Creek Waterworks | 1 | 4 | 178 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Outagamie County, WI?
Water systems based in Outagamie County reported 822 lead service lines, 731 galvanized lines that need replacing and 789 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Menasha has the most, with 731 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Outagamie County?
It depends on your water utility. Wisconsin lets each utility decide. We have confirmed programs for 1 Outagamie 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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