Kansas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Jewell County, KS
4 community water systems serving Jewell County reported 0 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material. The most are in City of Esbon.
11% 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%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 23%
- Non-lead 66%
Water systems serving Jewell County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of EsbonEsbon | 0 | 80 | 0 | 75% |
| City of JewellJewell | 0 | 0 | 99 | 0% |
| Jewell Co RWD 1Esbon | 0 | 0 | 67 | 0% |
| City of Burr OakBurr Oak | 0 | 0 | 4 | 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 Jewell County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Jewell County reported 0 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material.
Which Jewell County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Esbon (80).
How do I check my home in Jewell 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.