Nebraska · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Merrick County, NE
4 community water systems serving Merrick County reported 0 lead and 182 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12 of unknown material. The most are in City of Central City.
7.8% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 7.8%
- Unknown 0.5%
- Non-lead 92%
Water systems serving Merrick County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Central CityCentral City | 0 | 143 | 6 | 8.3% |
| Village of ChapmanChapman | 0 | 35 | 0 | 29% |
| Village of PalmerPalmer | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1.4% |
| Village of Silver CreekSilver Creek | 0 | 0 | 6 | 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 Merrick County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Merrick County reported 0 lead and 182 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12 of unknown material.
Which Merrick County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Central City (143), Village of Chapman (35), Village of Palmer (4).
How do I check my home in Merrick 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.