Nebraska · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Saline County, NE
5 community water systems serving Saline County reported 11 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 777 of unknown material. The most are in City of Crete.
4.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.7%
- Unknown 18%
- Non-lead 77%
Water systems serving Saline County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of CreteCrete | 2 | 107 | 0 | 4.3% |
| City of WilberWilber | 9 | 49 | 295 | 6.4% |
| City of FriendFriend | 0 | 47 | 295 | 8.7% |
| Village of TobiasTobias | 0 | 1 | 31 | 1.6% |
| Village of DorchesterDorchester | 0 | 0 | 156 | 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 Saline County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Saline County reported 11 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 777 of unknown material.
Which Saline County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Crete (109), City of Wilber (58), City of Friend (47).
How do I check my home in Saline 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.