Nebraska · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Johnson County, NE
5 community water systems serving Johnson County reported 4 lead and 79 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 786 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Elk Creek.
5.9% 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 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.6%
- Unknown 56%
- Non-lead 38%
Water systems serving Johnson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of Elk CreekElk Creek | 0 | 31 | 0 | 66% |
| City of TecumsehTecumseh | 0 | 27 | 627 | 3.0% |
| Village of SterlingSterling | 0 | 12 | 0 | 4.7% |
| Village of Crab OrchardCrab Orchard | 0 | 7 | 0 | 32% |
| Village of CookCook | 4 | 2 | 159 | 3.6% |
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 Johnson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Johnson County reported 4 lead and 79 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 786 of unknown material.
Which Johnson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Elk Creek (31), City of Tecumseh (27), Village of Sterling (12).
How do I check my home in Johnson 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.