Nebraska · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Hitchcock County, NE
3 community water systems serving Hitchcock County reported 1 lead and 145 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 605 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Culbertson.
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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 14%
- Unknown 60%
- Non-lead 26%
Water systems serving Hitchcock County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of CulbertsonCulbertson | 1 | 124 | 0 | 40% |
| Village of TrentonTrenton | 0 | 13 | 407 | 3.1% |
| Village of StrattonStratton | 0 | 8 | 198 | 2.8% |
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 Hitchcock County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Hitchcock County reported 1 lead and 145 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 605 of unknown material.
Which Hitchcock County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Culbertson (125), Village of Trenton (13), Village of Stratton (8).
How do I check my home in Hitchcock 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.