Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dawson County, NE
6 community water systems serving Dawson County reported 1,483 lead and 26 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 250 of unknown material. The most are in City of Cozad.
20% 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 20%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.3%
- Unknown 3.3%
- Non-lead 77%
Water systems serving Dawson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of CozadCozad | 747 | 19 | 0 | 39% |
| City of GothenburgGothenburg | 541 | 0 | 9 | 33% |
| City of LexingtonLexington | 180 | 0 | 3 | 5.3% |
| Village of OvertonOverton | 15 | 6 | 20 | 7.7% |
| Village of FarnamFarnam | 0 | 1 | 122 | 0.8% |
| Village of SumnerSumner | 0 | 0 | 96 | 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 Dawson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dawson County reported 1,483 lead and 26 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 250 of unknown material.
Which Dawson County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Cozad (766), City of Gothenburg (541), City of Lexington (180).
How do I check my home in Dawson 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.