Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Clay County, NE
6 community water systems serving Clay County reported 104 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 391 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Trumbull.
14% 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 4.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 9.4%
- Unknown 18%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Clay County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of TrumbullTrumbull | 2 | 102 | 85 | 50% |
| City of HarvardHarvard | 47 | 28 | 0 | 20% |
| City of SuttonSutton | 49 | 16 | 5 | 8.1% |
| Village of GlenvilGlenvil | 0 | 34 | 89 | 25% |
| City of EdgarEdgar | 0 | 22 | 0 | 8.2% |
| City of Clay CenterClay Center | 6 | 2 | 212 | 2.1% |
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 Clay County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Clay County reported 104 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 391 of unknown material.
Which Clay County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Trumbull (104), City of Harvard (75), City of Sutton (65).
How do I check my home in Clay 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.