Nebraska · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Perkins County, NE
4 community water systems serving Perkins County reported 0 lead and 89 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material. The most are in Village of Madrid.
8.8% 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) 8.8%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 91%
Water systems serving Perkins County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of MadridMadrid | 0 | 45 | 0 | 30% |
| Village of ElsieElsie | 0 | 23 | 0 | 28% |
| Village of VenangoVenango | 0 | 21 | 0 | 19% |
| City of GrantGrant | 0 | 0 | 2 | 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 Perkins County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Perkins County reported 0 lead and 89 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2 of unknown material.
Which Perkins County water systems have the most lead lines?
Village of Madrid (45), Village of Elsie (23), Village of Venango (21).
How do I check my home in Perkins 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.