Nebraska · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pawnee County, NE
5 community water systems serving Pawnee County reported 57 lead and 162 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 74 of unknown material. The most are in City of Pawnee City.
15% 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 3.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 5.0%
- Non-lead 80%
Water systems serving Pawnee County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Pawnee CityPawnee City (Rr Name Pawnee) | 52 | 157 | 0 | 34% |
| Village of SteinauerSteinauer | 5 | 5 | 34 | 14% |
| Village of BurchardBurchard | 0 | 0 | 38 | 0% |
| Village of Table RockTable Rock | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Pawnee Co RWD #1Pawnee County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Pawnee County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pawnee County reported 57 lead and 162 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 74 of unknown material.
Which Pawnee County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Pawnee City (209), Village of Steinauer (10).
How do I check my home in Pawnee 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.