Kansas · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jackson County, KS
6 community water systems serving Jackson County reported 1,081 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,166 of unknown material. The most are in Jackson Co RWD 3.
25% 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 24%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.3%
- Unknown 49%
- Non-lead 27%
Water systems serving Jackson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Co RWD 3Holton | 1,081 | 2 | 842 | 56% |
| City of MayettaMayetta | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3.5% |
| City of HoytHoyt | 0 | 5 | 18 | 1.8% |
| City of HoltonHolton | 0 | 0 | 702 | 0% |
| Jackson Co RWD 1Hoyt | 0 | 0 | 530 | 0% |
| City of DenisonDenison | 0 | 0 | 74 | 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 Jackson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jackson County reported 1,081 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,166 of unknown material.
Which Jackson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Jackson Co RWD 3 (1,083), City of Mayetta (7), City of Hoyt (5).
How do I check my home in Jackson 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.