Nebraska · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Boyd County, NE
5 community water systems serving Boyd County reported 0 lead and 216 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 139 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Spencer.
22% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 22%
- Unknown 14%
- Non-lead 63%
Water systems serving Boyd County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of SpencerSpencer | 0 | 141 | 0 | 39% |
| Village of ButteButte | 0 | 33 | 7 | 18% |
| Village of BristowBristow | 0 | 24 | 0 | 59% |
| Boyd Co RWD 2Boyd County | 0 | 13 | 39 | 5.6% |
| Village of LynchLynch | 0 | 5 | 93 | 3.4% |
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 Boyd County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Boyd County reported 0 lead and 216 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 139 of unknown material.
Which Boyd County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Spencer (141), Village of Butte (33), Village of Bristow (24).
How do I check my home in Boyd 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.