Kansas · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Johnson County, KS
6 community water systems serving Johnson County reported 1,369 lead and 4,308 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,525 of unknown material. The most are in Johnson Co RWD 7.
6.7% 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 1.6%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.1%
- Unknown 5.3%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Johnson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Co RWD 7Gardner | 0 | 3,253 | 0 | 96% |
| City of DesotoDesoto | 1,369 | 582 | 0 | 100% |
| Water District 1 of Johnson CoKansas City | 0 | 249 | 3,551 | 0.6% |
| City of OlatheOlathe | 0 | 224 | 263 | 0.6% |
| City of EdgertonEdgerton | 0 | 0 | 711 | 0% |
| City of GardnerGardner | 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 Johnson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Johnson County reported 1,369 lead and 4,308 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,525 of unknown material.
Which Johnson County water systems have the most lead lines?
Johnson Co RWD 7 (3,253), City of Desoto (1,951), Water District 1 of Johnson Co (249).
How do I check my home in Johnson 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.