Montana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lincoln County, MT
5 community water systems serving Lincoln County reported 0 lead and 114 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 605 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Eureka.
3.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Montana average (1.1%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.4%
- Unknown 18%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Lincoln County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of EurekaEureka | 0 | 114 | 526 | 15% |
| Town of RexfordRexford | 0 | 0 | 70 | 0% |
| Emkayan Village Co Water and Sewer DistLibby | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0% |
| City of LibbyLibby | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| City of TroyTroy | 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.
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Questions
Does Lincoln County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lincoln County reported 0 lead and 114 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 605 of unknown material.
Which Lincoln County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Eureka (114).
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.