Colorado · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lincoln County, CO
4 community water systems serving Lincoln County reported 27 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 133 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Limon.
2.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Colorado average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 1.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 7.9%
- Non-lead 90%
Water systems serving Lincoln County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of LimonLincoln County | 26 | 0 | 6 | 2.7% |
| Town of HugoLincoln County | 1 | 8 | 0 | 1.6% |
| Town of ArribaLincoln County | 0 | 0 | 127 | 0% |
| Limon Correctional FacilityLincoln County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
Check another water system
Questions
Does Lincoln County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lincoln County reported 27 lead and 8 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 133 of unknown material.
Which Lincoln County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Limon (26), Town of Hugo (9).
How do I check my home in Lincoln County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.