Idaho · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Valley County, ID
4 community water systems serving Valley County reported 2 lead and 73 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,050 of unknown material. The most are in City of McCall.
1.6% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Idaho average (0.5%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 44%
- Non-lead 55%
Water systems serving Valley County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of McCallValley County | 2 | 73 | 1,402 | 2.0% |
| City of CascadeValley County | 0 | 0 | 554 | 0% |
| Yellow Pine Water Users INCValley County | 0 | 0 | 74 | 0% |
| Jughandle EstatesValley County | 0 | 0 | 20 | 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 Valley County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Valley County reported 2 lead and 73 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,050 of unknown material.
Which Valley County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of McCall (75).
How do I check my home in Valley 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.