Panaca, NV · PWSID NV0000185
Panaca Farmstead Association lead service lines
270 lines still unidentified
Panaca Farmstead Association reported no confirmed lead service lines, but 270 of 468 lines (58%) are still listed as "lead status unknown." Until a line is identified, treat it as possibly lead.
0% of Panaca Farmstead Association's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Nevada average (0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 58%
- Non-lead 42%
Total service lines reported: 468. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 900; 467 connections.
Lead test results
Panaca Farmstead Association's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2023–Dec 2025) was 1.1 ppb, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 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 0 in 2025 Q1 to 0 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 320 to 270, down 50 (16%).
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 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Panaca Farmstead Association. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2018 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Panaca Farmstead Association's main water source is groundwater (wells).
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 Panaca Farmstead Association 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 Lincoln County
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Caliente Public Utilities | 0 | 384 |
| Alamo Sewer and Water Gid | 4 | 197 |
| Pioche Public Utilities | 0 | 354 |
| Pioche Public Utilities Castleton | 0 | 20 |
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Questions
Does Panaca Farmstead Association have lead pipes?
It hasn't confirmed any, but 270 of its 468 service lines are still of unknown material, so lead has not been ruled out.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Panaca Farmstead Association'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 Panaca Farmstead Association 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 Panaca Farmstead Association had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 1 Lead and Copper Rule violation since 2015 for Panaca Farmstead Association.
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.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Panaca Farmstead Association lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/nv/panaca-farmstead-association/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.