Nebraska · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Keith County, NE
3 community water systems serving Keith County reported 1 lead and 53 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 826 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Paxton.
1.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 29%
- Non-lead 69%
Water systems serving Keith County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of PaxtonPaxton | 0 | 32 | 0 | 11% |
| Village of BruleBrule | 1 | 21 | 21 | 12% |
| City of OgallalaOgallala | 0 | 0 | 805 | 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 Keith County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Keith County reported 1 lead and 53 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 826 of unknown material.
Which Keith County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Paxton (32), Village of Brule (22).
How do I check my home in Keith 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.