Kansas · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Comanche County, KS
2 community water systems serving Comanche County reported 1 lead and 288 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1 of unknown material. The most are in City of Coldwater.
31% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Kansas average (8.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 31%
- Unknown 0.1%
- Non-lead 69%
Water systems serving Comanche County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of ColdwaterColdwater | 1 | 288 | 0 | 52% |
| City of ProtectionProtection | 0 | 0 | 1 | 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 Comanche County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Comanche County reported 1 lead and 288 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1 of unknown material.
Which Comanche County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Coldwater (289).
How do I check my home in Comanche 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.