Nebraska · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pierce County, NE
3 community water systems serving Pierce County reported 1 lead and 383 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 83 of unknown material. The most are in City of Pierce.
20% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 20%
- Unknown 4.4%
- Non-lead 75%
Water systems serving Pierce County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of PiercePierce | 1 | 279 | 0 | 36% |
| City of PlainviewPlainview | 0 | 96 | 83 | 13% |
| City of OsmondOsmond | 0 | 8 | 0 | 2.3% |
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 Pierce County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pierce County reported 1 lead and 383 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 83 of unknown material.
Which Pierce County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Pierce (280), City of Plainview (96), City of Osmond (8).
How do I check my home in Pierce 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.