Nebraska · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kearney County, NE
4 community water systems serving Kearney County reported 6 lead and 162 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 257 of unknown material. The most are in City of Minden.
8.5% 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) 8.2%
- Unknown 13%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Kearney County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of MindenMinden | 6 | 63 | 0 | 5.0% |
| Village of WilcoxWilcox | 0 | 50 | 124 | 29% |
| Village of AxtellAxtell | 0 | 37 | 133 | 10% |
| Riverside Mobile Home ParkKearney | 0 | 12 | 0 | 21% |
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 Kearney County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kearney County reported 6 lead and 162 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 257 of unknown material.
Which Kearney County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Minden (69), Village of Wilcox (50), Village of Axtell (37).
How do I check my home in Kearney 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.