Wyoming · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Platte County, WY
4 community water systems serving Platte County reported 0 lead and 378 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 191 of unknown material. The most are in Town of Wheatland.
11% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Wyoming average (1.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 5.7%
- Non-lead 83%
Water systems serving Platte County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of WheatlandWheatland | 0 | 299 | 12 | 13% |
| Town of GuernseyGuernsey | 0 | 79 | 119 | 9.4% |
| Y-O Investments, INC.Wheatland | 0 | 0 | 56 | 0% |
| Town of ChugwaterChugwater | 0 | 0 | 4 | 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 Platte County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Platte County reported 0 lead and 378 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 191 of unknown material.
Which Platte County water systems have the most lead lines?
Town of Wheatland (299), Town of Guernsey (79).
How do I check my home in Platte 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.