Omaha, NE · PWSID NE3105507
Metropolitan Utilities District lead service lines
12,071 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Metropolitan Utilities District reported 11,738 lead and 333 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 232,322 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 19 lines. Another 2,505 (1.1%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #1 of 350 Nebraska systems with confirmed lead lines, and #36 nationally.
5.2% of Metropolitan Utilities District's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 5.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 1.1%
- Non-lead 94%
Total service lines reported: 232,322. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 660,000; 220,882 connections.
Lead test results
Metropolitan Utilities District's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2023–Dec 2025) was 12.3 ppb, below today's 15 ppb action level but above the 10 ppb level that takes effect November 1, 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 12,071 in 2025 Q1 to 12,071 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 2,505 to 2,505, no change.
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Metropolitan Utilities District since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Metropolitan Utilities District's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 9 other water systems: Carter Lake Water District (IA), Village of Waterloo, Washington Co Rural Water 1, Maplewood Estates Mobile Home Park, Woodland Valley MHC LLC, Rio Vista MHP, Meadowbrook Estates Water System, Bellevue Terrace MHC LLC, Washington Terrace LLC.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Metropolitan Utilities District whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Douglas County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Metropolitan Utilities District's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
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Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Valley | 11 | 713 |
| Village of Waterloo | 1 | 246 |
| Maplewood Estates Mobile Home Park | 0 | 304 |
| Douglas Co Sid 277 - the Farm | 0 | 58 |
| Douglas Co Sid 303 - Skyline Woods | 0 | 24 |
| Douglas Co Sid 177 - Riverside Lakes | 7 | 131 |
| Douglas Co Sid 258 - Carat Homes | 27 | 0 |
| Rio Vista MHP | 57 | 0 |
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Questions
Does Metropolitan Utilities District have lead pipes?
Yes. Metropolitan Utilities District reported 11,738 lead service lines and 333 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 232,322 total. 2,505 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Metropolitan Utilities District's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Metropolitan Utilities District replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Metropolitan Utilities District had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Metropolitan Utilities District.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
Local news sites, blogs and community groups can embed this card. It updates when EPA releases new data.
Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Metropolitan Utilities District lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ne/metropolitan-utilities-district/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.