Kansas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Gray County, KS
3 community water systems serving Gray County reported 9 lead and 159 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 6 of unknown material. The most are in City of Copeland.
22% 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 1.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 21%
- Unknown 0.8%
- Non-lead 77%
Water systems serving Gray County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of CopelandCopeland | 0 | 159 | 6 | 87% |
| City of MontezumaMontezuma | 9 | 0 | 0 | 2.0% |
| City of CimarronCimarron | 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 Gray County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Gray County reported 9 lead and 159 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 6 of unknown material.
Which Gray County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Copeland (159), City of Montezuma (9).
How do I check my home in Gray 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.