Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Cheyenne County, NE
6 community water systems serving Cheyenne County reported 6 lead and 296 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,772 of unknown material. The most are in City of Sidney.
7.4% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Nebraska average (7.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.3%
- Unknown 68%
- Non-lead 25%
Water systems serving Cheyenne County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of SidneySidney | 6 | 116 | 2,631 | 3.7% |
| Village of DaltonDalton | 0 | 62 | 4 | 29% |
| Village of PotterPotter | 0 | 58 | 24 | 27% |
| Village of GurleyGurley | 0 | 47 | 0 | 44% |
| Village of LodgepoleLodgepole (Rr Name Lodge Pole) | 0 | 13 | 111 | 6.0% |
| Cheyenne Co Sid 1Sidney | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 Cheyenne County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Cheyenne County reported 6 lead and 296 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,772 of unknown material.
Which Cheyenne County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Sidney (122), Village of Dalton (62), Village of Potter (58).
How do I check my home in Cheyenne 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.