Montana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Powell County, MT
2 community water systems serving Powell County reported 0 lead and 10 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,347 of unknown material. The most are in City of Deer Lodge.
0.7% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.7%
- Unknown 89%
- Non-lead 10.0%
Water systems serving Powell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Deer LodgeDeer Lodge | 0 | 10 | 1,338 | 0.7% |
| Montana State PrisonDeer Lodge | 0 | 0 | 9 | 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 Powell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Powell County reported 0 lead and 10 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,347 of unknown material.
Which Powell County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Deer Lodge (10).
How do I check my home in Powell 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.