Nebraska · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Red Willow County, NE
5 community water systems serving Red Willow County reported 352 lead and 157 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,756 of unknown material. The most are in City of McCook.
11% 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 7.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.4%
- Unknown 59%
- Non-lead 30%
Water systems serving Red Willow County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of McCookMcCook | 352 | 93 | 2,744 | 11% |
| City of IndianolaIndianola | 0 | 31 | 0 | 11% |
| Village of DanburyDanbury | 0 | 14 | 1 | 24% |
| Village of BartleyBartley | 0 | 12 | 0 | 6.1% |
| Village of LebanonLebanon | 0 | 7 | 11 | 26% |
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 Red Willow County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Red Willow County reported 352 lead and 157 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,756 of unknown material.
Which Red Willow County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of McCook (445), City of Indianola (31), Village of Danbury (14).
How do I check my home in Red Willow 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.