Kansas · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Smith County, KS
5 community water systems serving Smith County reported 0 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 367 of unknown material. The most are in City of Kensington.
5.9% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Kansas average (8.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.9%
- Unknown 27%
- Non-lead 67%
Water systems serving Smith County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of KensingtonKensington | 0 | 23 | 53 | 7.5% |
| City of GaylordGaylord | 0 | 22 | 8 | 33% |
| City of LebanonLebanon | 0 | 18 | 82 | 11% |
| City of Smith CenterSmith Center | 0 | 17 | 0 | 2.9% |
| Smith Co RWD 1Kensington | 0 | 0 | 224 | 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 Smith County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Smith County reported 0 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 367 of unknown material.
Which Smith County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Kensington (23), City of Gaylord (22), City of Lebanon (18).
How do I check my home in Smith 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.