Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Richardson County, NE
6 community water systems serving Richardson County reported 10 lead and 357 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,250 of unknown material. The most are in City of Humboldt.
12% 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 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 12%
- Unknown 75%
- Non-lead 13%
Water systems serving Richardson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of HumboldtHumboldt | 4 | 199 | 148 | 40% |
| City of Falls CityFalls City | 6 | 58 | 1,953 | 3.1% |
| Village of VerdonVerdon | 0 | 43 | 0 | 39% |
| Village of ShubertShubert | 0 | 33 | 11 | 27% |
| Village of DawsonDawson | 0 | 13 | 27 | 17% |
| Village of StellaStella | 0 | 11 | 111 | 9.0% |
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 Richardson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Richardson County reported 10 lead and 357 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,250 of unknown material.
Which Richardson County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Humboldt (203), City of Falls City (64), Village of Verdon (43).
How do I check my home in Richardson 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.