Kansas · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Norton County, KS
5 community water systems serving Norton County reported 0 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21 of unknown material. The most are in City of Norton.
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 1.2%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Norton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of NortonNorton | 0 | 140 | 0 | 9.3% |
| City of AlmenaAlmena | 0 | 39 | 0 | 20% |
| City of ClaytonClayton | 0 | 25 | 0 | 96% |
| City of LenoraLenora | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0% |
| Norton Co RWD 1New Almelo | 0 | 0 | 5 | 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 Norton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Norton County reported 0 lead and 204 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 21 of unknown material.
Which Norton County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Norton (140), City of Almena (39), City of Clayton (25).
How do I check my home in Norton 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.