Nebraska · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dodge County, NE
7 community water systems serving Dodge County reported 649 lead and 529 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,145 of unknown material. The most are in City of Fremont.
8.2% 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 4.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.7%
- Unknown 8.0%
- Non-lead 84%
Water systems serving Dodge County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of FremontFremont | 643 | 374 | 579 | 8.1% |
| City of North BendNorth Bend | 4 | 104 | 67 | 18% |
| Village of UehlingUehling | 0 | 24 | 123 | 16% |
| Village of DodgeDodge | 0 | 21 | 3 | 6.3% |
| Village of SnyderSnyder | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2.9% |
| City of ScribnerScribner | 0 | 3 | 363 | 0.6% |
| Peaceful AcresFremont | 0 | 0 | 10 | 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 Dodge County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dodge County reported 649 lead and 529 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,145 of unknown material.
Which Dodge County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Fremont (1,017), City of North Bend (108), Village of Uehling (24).
How do I check my home in Dodge 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.