Montana · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sheridan County, MT
3 community water systems serving Sheridan County reported 3 lead and 18 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 949 of unknown material. The most are in Plentywood Water Department.
1.6% 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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 71%
- Non-lead 27%
Water systems serving Sheridan County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plentywood Water DepartmentPlentywood | 3 | 18 | 916 | 2.1% |
| Town of Medicine LakeMedicine Lake | 0 | 0 | 32 | 0% |
| Town of WestbyWestby | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Sheridan County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sheridan County reported 3 lead and 18 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 949 of unknown material.
Which Sheridan County water systems have the most lead lines?
Plentywood Water Department (21).
How do I check my home in Sheridan 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.