Kansas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Elk County, KS
4 community water systems serving Elk County reported 1 lead and 101 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 323 of unknown material. The most are in City of Moline.
10% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Kansas average (8.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 10%
- Unknown 32%
- Non-lead 58%
Water systems serving Elk County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of MolineMoline | 0 | 88 | 0 | 37% |
| City of GrenolaGrenola | 1 | 13 | 100 | 9.1% |
| City of LongtonLongton | 0 | 0 | 138 | 0% |
| Elk Co RWD 1Moline | 0 | 0 | 85 | 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 Elk County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Elk County reported 1 lead and 101 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 323 of unknown material.
Which Elk County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Moline (88), City of Grenola (14).
How do I check my home in Elk 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.