Colorado · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Yuma County, CO
3 community water systems serving Yuma County reported 1 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,283 of unknown material. The most are in City of Yuma.
1.2% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Colorado average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 81%
- Non-lead 18%
Water systems serving Yuma County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of YumaYuma County | 0 | 17 | 1,361 | 1.1% |
| City of WrayYuma County | 0 | 9 | 836 | 0.8% |
| Town of EckleyYuma County | 1 | 8 | 86 | 6.3% |
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.
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Questions
Does Yuma County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Yuma County reported 1 lead and 34 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,283 of unknown material.
Which Yuma County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Yuma (17), City of Wray (9), Town of Eckley (9).
How do I check my home in Yuma 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.