Kansas · 1 community water system
Lead pipes in Morton County, KS
1 community water system serving Morton County reported 11 lead and 109 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11 of unknown material. The most are in City of Elkhart.
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 1.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 11%
- Unknown 1.1%
- Non-lead 87%
Water systems serving Morton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of ElkhartElkhart | 11 | 109 | 11 | 12% |
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 Morton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Morton County reported 11 lead and 109 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 11 of unknown material.
Which Morton County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Elkhart (120).
How do I check my home in Morton 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.