Nebraska · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Scotts Bluff County, NE
6 community water systems serving Scotts Bluff County reported 295 lead and 181 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,097 of unknown material. The most are in City of Scottsbluff.
4.2% 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 2.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.6%
- Unknown 28%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Scotts Bluff County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of ScottsbluffScottsbluff | 218 | 0 | 2,707 | 3.4% |
| City of MitchellMitchell | 73 | 125 | 348 | 22% |
| City of GeringGering | 4 | 49 | 1 | 1.6% |
| Village of HenryHenry | 0 | 7 | 41 | 11% |
| Western NE Joint Water BoardMorrill | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
| City of TerrytownTerrytown | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Scotts Bluff County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Scotts Bluff County reported 295 lead and 181 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,097 of unknown material.
Which Scotts Bluff County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Scottsbluff (218), City of Mitchell (198), City of Gering (53).
How do I check my home in Scotts Bluff 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.