Montana · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Teton County, MT
4 community water systems serving Teton County reported 1 lead and 22 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 74 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Fairfield.
1.7% 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) 1.6%
- Unknown 5.4%
- Non-lead 93%
Water systems serving Teton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of FairfieldFairfield | 1 | 17 | 5 | 4.5% |
| Power Teton County Water DistPower | 0 | 4 | 35 | 4.9% |
| City of ChoteauChoteau | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.1% |
| Town of DuttonDutton | 0 | 0 | 33 | 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 Teton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Teton County reported 1 lead and 22 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 74 of unknown material.
Which Teton County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Fairfield (18), Power Teton County Water Dist (4), City of Choteau (1).
How do I check my home in Teton 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.