Montana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Silver Bow County, MT
2 community water systems serving Silver Bow County reported 20 lead and 536 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12,774 of unknown material. The most are in Butte Silverbow Water Dept.
3.3% 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 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.2%
- Unknown 77%
- Non-lead 20%
Water systems serving Silver Bow County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butte Silverbow Water DeptButte | 20 | 536 | 12,774 | 3.4% |
| Fairmont Hot Springs ResortAnaconda | 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 Silver Bow County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Silver Bow County reported 20 lead and 536 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12,774 of unknown material.
Which Silver Bow County water systems have the most lead lines?
Butte Silverbow Water Dept (556).
How do I check my home in Silver Bow 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.