Kansas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kiowa County, KS
3 community water systems serving Kiowa County reported 7 lead and 127 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 112 of unknown material. The most are in City of Greensburg.
14% 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 0.7%
- Galvanized (replace) 13%
- Unknown 11%
- Non-lead 75%
Water systems serving Kiowa County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of GreensburgGreensburg | 0 | 104 | 32 | 22% |
| City of MullinvilleMullinville | 0 | 23 | 80 | 12% |
| City of HavilandHaviland | 7 | 0 | 0 | 2.2% |
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 Kiowa County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kiowa County reported 7 lead and 127 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 112 of unknown material.
Which Kiowa County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Greensburg (104), City of Mullinville (23), City of Haviland (7).
How do I check my home in Kiowa 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.