Nebraska · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Phelps County, NE
4 community water systems serving Phelps County reported 236 lead and 67 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,261 of unknown material. The most are in City of Holdrege.
10% 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 7.9%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.2%
- Unknown 42%
- Non-lead 48%
Water systems serving Phelps County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HoldregeHoldrege | 236 | 47 | 1,214 | 11% |
| Village of FunkFunk | 0 | 16 | 0 | 18% |
| Village of LoomisLoomis | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2.1% |
| Village of AtlantaAtlanta | 0 | 0 | 47 | 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.
Check another water system
Questions
Does Phelps County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Phelps County reported 236 lead and 67 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,261 of unknown material.
Which Phelps County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Holdrege (283), Village of Funk (16), Village of Loomis (4).
How do I check my home in Phelps 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.