Nebraska · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Box Butte County, NE
2 community water systems serving Box Butte County reported 25 lead and 88 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,603 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Hemingford.
2.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.9%
- Unknown 79%
- Non-lead 18%
Water systems serving Box Butte County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of HemingfordHemingford | 0 | 88 | 145 | 18% |
| City of AllianceAlliance | 25 | 0 | 3,458 | 0.6% |
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 Box Butte County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Box Butte County reported 25 lead and 88 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,603 of unknown material.
Which Box Butte County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Hemingford (88), City of Alliance (25).
How do I check my home in Box Butte 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.