Nevada · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Humboldt County, NV
3 community water systems serving Humboldt County reported 0 lead and 6 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,155 of unknown material. The most are in City of Winnemucca.
0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Nevada average (0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.1%
- Unknown 26%
- Non-lead 74%
Water systems serving Humboldt County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of WinnemuccaWinnemucca | 0 | 6 | 1,038 | 0.2% |
| Golconda GidGolconda | 0 | 0 | 117 | 0% |
| Gold Country EstatesHumboldt County | 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 Humboldt County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Humboldt County reported 0 lead and 6 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,155 of unknown material.
Which Humboldt County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Winnemucca (6).
How do I check my home in Humboldt 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.