Wyoming · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Sheridan County, WY
5 community water systems serving Sheridan County reported 397 lead and 409 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,244 of unknown material. The most are in City of Sheridan.
6.7% 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 3.3%
- Galvanized (replace) 3.4%
- Unknown 19%
- Non-lead 75%
Water systems serving Sheridan County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of SheridanSheridan | 397 | 392 | 1,700 | 7.2% |
| Veterans Administration Medical CenterSheridan | 0 | 11 | 9 | 20% |
| Town of ClearmontClearmont | 0 | 4 | 24 | 4.0% |
| Town of RanchesterRanchester | 0 | 1 | 320 | 0.2% |
| Downer Neighborhood I&s DistrictSheridan | 0 | 1 | 191 | 0.4% |
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 Sheridan County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Sheridan County reported 397 lead and 409 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,244 of unknown material.
Which Sheridan County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Sheridan (789), Veterans Administration Medical Center (11), Town of Clearmont (4).
How do I check my home in Sheridan 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.