Colorado · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kit Carson County, CO
4 community water systems serving Kit Carson County reported 0 lead and 39 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,472 of unknown material. The most are in City of Burlington.
1.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Colorado average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 68%
- Non-lead 30%
Water systems serving Kit Carson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of BurlingtonKit Carson County | 0 | 33 | 1,261 | 2.1% |
| Town of BethuneKit Carson County | 0 | 6 | 68 | 5.9% |
| Town of SeibertKit Carson County | 0 | 0 | 143 | 0% |
| Town of FlaglerKit Carson County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 Kit Carson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kit Carson County reported 0 lead and 39 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,472 of unknown material.
Which Kit Carson County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Burlington (33), Town of Bethune (6).
How do I check my home in Kit Carson 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.