Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lincoln County, NE
6 community water systems serving Lincoln County reported 2,453 lead and 1,936 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,266 of unknown material. The most are in City of North Platte.
33% 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 18%
- Galvanized (replace) 15%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 50%
Water systems serving Lincoln County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of North PlatteNorth Platte | 2,452 | 1,750 | 1,505 | 36% |
| Village of WallaceWallace | 0 | 97 | 0 | 55% |
| Village of SutherlandSutherland | 0 | 38 | 348 | 6.3% |
| Village of BradyBrady | 0 | 28 | 150 | 13% |
| Village of HersheyHershey | 1 | 14 | 165 | 4.2% |
| Village of MaxwellMaxwell | 0 | 9 | 98 | 6.1% |
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 Lincoln County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lincoln County reported 2,453 lead and 1,936 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,266 of unknown material.
Which Lincoln County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of North Platte (4,202), Village of Wallace (97), Village of Sutherland (38).
How do I check my home in Lincoln 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.