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Lead pipes in Dawson County, Nebraska

How many lead pipes are in Dawson County, NE?

Water systems based in Dawson County reported 1,483 lead service lines, 26 galvanized lines that need replacing and 154 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Cozad has the most, with 766 lead and galvanized lines.

Lead lines1,483
Galvanized (replace)26
Unknown material154
Water systems5
Lead and galvanized lines by water system in Dawson County
Cozad766Gothenburg541Lexington180Overton21Farnam1

Who pays in Nebraska

This state has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. Under the federal rule, utilities must replace every lead line and galvanized line that needs it within ten years of November 1, 2027, but the rule does not make utilities pay for the owner's side. Federal infrastructure money passed through the state revolving fund can pay for it, so many utilities offer free or discounted replacement, especially for low-income owners.

Every Dawson County water system with lead lines

Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.

Water systemLeadGalv.UnknownProgram
Cozad
City of Cozad
747190Not confirmed
Gothenburg
City of Gothenburg
54109Not confirmed
Lexington
City of Lexington
18003Not confirmed
Overton
Village of Overton
15620Not confirmed
Farnam
Village of Farnam
01122Not confirmed

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Dawson County, NE?

Water systems based in Dawson County reported 1,483 lead service lines, 26 galvanized lines that need replacing and 154 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Cozad has the most, with 766 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Dawson County?

It depends on your water utility. Nebraska has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. We have not confirmed a homeowner program for a utility in this county yet, so ask your utility before you hire a contractor.

How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?

Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.

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