Idaho · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bear Lake County, ID
5 community water systems serving Bear Lake County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 446 of unknown material. The most are in City of Bloomington.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Idaho average (0.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 21%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Bear Lake County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BloomingtonBear Lake County | 2 | 0 | 5 | 1.3% |
| City of MontpelierBear Lake County | 0 | 0 | 172 | 0% |
| City of ParisBear Lake County | 0 | 0 | 152 | 0% |
| Bennington Water SystemBear Lake County | 0 | 0 | 79 | 0% |
| City of St CharlesBear Lake County | 0 | 0 | 38 | 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.
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Questions
Does Bear Lake County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bear Lake County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 446 of unknown material.
Which Bear Lake County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Bloomington (2).
How do I check my home in Bear Lake 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.