Montana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in McCone County, MT
2 community water systems serving McCone County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 19 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Circle.
0.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Montana average (1.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 3.9%
- Non-lead 96%
Water systems serving McCone County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of CircleCircle | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0.5% |
| Dry Redwater Regional Water AuthoritySidney | 0 | 0 | 18 | 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 McCone County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving McCone County reported 2 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 19 of unknown material.
Which McCone County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Circle (2).
How do I check my home in McCone 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.