Montana · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Madison County, MT
5 community water systems serving Madison County reported 0 lead and 94 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 968 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Sheridan.
1.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Montana average (1.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 80%
Water systems serving Madison County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of SheridanSheridan | 0 | 94 | 94 | 21% |
| Big Sky County Water and Sewer Dist 363Big Sky | 0 | 0 | 794 | 0% |
| Virginia City Water DeptVirginia City | 0 | 0 | 70 | 0% |
| Town of EnnisEnnis | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Town of Twin BridgesTwin Bridges | 0 | 0 | 5 | 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 Madison County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Madison County reported 0 lead and 94 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 968 of unknown material.
Which Madison County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Sheridan (94).
How do I check my home in Madison 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.