Nebraska · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Gage County, NE
8 community water systems serving Gage County reported 16 lead and 907 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 514 of unknown material. The most are in City of Beatrice.
12% 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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 12%
- Unknown 6.8%
- Non-lead 81%
Water systems serving Gage County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BeatriceBeatrice | 0 | 607 | 0 | 10% |
| City of WymoreWymore | 8 | 222 | 11 | 34% |
| City of Blue SpringsBlue Springs | 1 | 55 | 32 | 33% |
| Village of ClatoniaClatonia | 3 | 9 | 82 | 8.6% |
| Village of CortlandCortland | 2 | 8 | 187 | 4.1% |
| Village of LibertyLiberty | 0 | 5 | 0 | 14% |
| Village of AdamsAdams | 2 | 1 | 28 | 1.1% |
| Village of OdellOdell | 0 | 0 | 174 | 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 Gage County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Gage County reported 16 lead and 907 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 514 of unknown material.
Which Gage County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Beatrice (607), City of Wymore (230), City of Blue Springs (56).
How do I check my home in Gage 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.