Montana · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Stillwater County, MT
2 community water systems serving Stillwater County reported 1 lead and 31 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,309 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Columbus.
2.1% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.0%
- Unknown 84%
- Non-lead 14%
Water systems serving Stillwater County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of ColumbusColumbus | 1 | 30 | 1,012 | 3.0% |
| Absarokee Water and Sewer DistAbsarokee | 0 | 1 | 297 | 0.2% |
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 Stillwater County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Stillwater County reported 1 lead and 31 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,309 of unknown material.
Which Stillwater County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Columbus (31), Absarokee Water and Sewer Dist (1).
How do I check my home in Stillwater 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.