Idaho · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Bingham County, ID
6 community water systems serving Bingham County reported 0 lead and 1,158 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,684 of unknown material. The most are in City of Shelley.
17% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Idaho average (0.5%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 17%
- Unknown 53%
- Non-lead 31%
Water systems serving Bingham County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of ShelleyBingham County | 0 | 1,158 | 0 | 71% |
| City of BlackfootBingham County | 0 | 0 | 3,068 | 0% |
| City of AberdeenBingham County | 0 | 0 | 583 | 0% |
| Moreland Water and Sewer DistrictBingham County | 0 | 0 | 30 | 0% |
| Four Seasons Water CompanyBingham County | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Snake River View EstatesBingham County | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Bingham County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Bingham County reported 0 lead and 1,158 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,684 of unknown material.
Which Bingham County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Shelley (1,158).
How do I check my home in Bingham 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.