Nebraska · 9 community water systems
Lead pipes in Custer County, NE
9 community water systems serving Custer County reported 5 lead and 827 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 316 of unknown material. The most are in City of Broken Bow.
23% 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 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 23%
- Unknown 8.8%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Custer County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Broken BowBroken Bow | 0 | 205 | 0 | 12% |
| Village of ArnoldArnold | 0 | 164 | 2 | 40% |
| City of SargentSargent | 3 | 119 | 162 | 35% |
| Village of CallawayCallaway | 0 | 114 | 89 | 30% |
| Village of OcontoOconto | 0 | 105 | 0 | 94% |
| Village of AnsleyAnsley | 0 | 61 | 0 | 19% |
| Village of ComstockComstock | 0 | 38 | 0 | 60% |
| Village of Mason CityMason City (Rr Name Mason) | 2 | 21 | 1 | 20% |
| Village of AnselmoAnselmo | 0 | 0 | 62 | 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 Custer County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Custer County reported 5 lead and 827 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 316 of unknown material.
Which Custer County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Broken Bow (205), Village of Arnold (164), City of Sargent (122).
How do I check my home in Custer 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.