Kansas · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Marshall County, KS
5 community water systems serving Marshall County reported 47 lead and 378 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,658 of unknown material. The most are in City of Waterville.
12% 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 1.4%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 48%
- Non-lead 40%
Water systems serving Marshall County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of WatervilleWaterville | 1 | 129 | 5 | 36% |
| City of MarysvilleMarysville | 10 | 119 | 1,415 | 7.9% |
| City of Blue RapidsBlue Rapids | 0 | 87 | 0 | 19% |
| City of FrankfortFrankfort | 36 | 43 | 238 | 14% |
| Marshall Co RWD 3Beattie | 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 Marshall County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Marshall County reported 47 lead and 378 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,658 of unknown material.
Which Marshall County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Waterville (130), City of Marysville (129), City of Blue Rapids (87).
How do I check my home in Marshall 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.