Lead pipes in Lancaster County, Nebraska
How many lead pipes are in Lancaster County, NE?
Water systems based in Lancaster County reported 1,568 lead service lines, 2,801 galvanized lines that need replacing and 2,589 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Lincoln has the most, with 4,320 lead and galvanized lines.
Free replacement program confirmed
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.
Confirmed programs in Lancaster County
- Lincoln: Free in active neighborhoods.
Every Lancaster 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 system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln City of Lincoln | 1,562 | 2,758 | 1,864 | Free, utility schedules |
| Panama Village of Panama | 2 | 14 | 85 | Not confirmed |
| Firth Village of Firth | 0 | 9 | 8 | Not confirmed |
| Bennet (bennett) Village of Bennet | 0 | 8 | 89 | Not confirmed |
| Raymond Village of Raymond | 3 | 1 | 40 | Not confirmed |
| Sprague Village of Sprague | 0 | 4 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Hickman City of Hickman | 0 | 4 | 80 | Not confirmed |
| Waverly City of Waverly | 0 | 2 | 318 | Not confirmed |
| Hallam Village of Hallam | 0 | 1 | 104 | Not confirmed |
| Malcolm Village of Malcolm | 1 | 0 | 1 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Lancaster County, NE?
Water systems based in Lancaster County reported 1,568 lead service lines, 2,801 galvanized lines that need replacing and 2,589 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Lincoln has the most, with 4,320 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Lancaster 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 confirmed programs for 1 Lancaster County utility, listed on this page.
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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