Kansas · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Rawlins County, KS
3 community water systems serving Rawlins County reported 0 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 104 of unknown material. The most are in City of McDonald.
1.3% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Kansas average (8.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 9.5%
- Non-lead 89%
Water systems serving Rawlins County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of McDonaldMcDonald | 0 | 14 | 0 | 11% |
| City of HerndonHerndon | 0 | 0 | 104 | 0% |
| City of AtwoodAtwood | 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 Rawlins County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Rawlins County reported 0 lead and 14 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 104 of unknown material.
Which Rawlins County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of McDonald (14).
How do I check my home in Rawlins 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.