Kansas · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Woodson County, KS
2 community water systems serving Woodson County reported 2 lead and 99 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,248 of unknown material. The most are in City of Yates Center.
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 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 5.8%
- Unknown 73%
- Non-lead 22%
Water systems serving Woodson County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Yates CenterYates Center | 2 | 99 | 781 | 11% |
| Woodson Co RWD 1Piqua | 0 | 0 | 467 | 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 Woodson County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Woodson County reported 2 lead and 99 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 1,248 of unknown material.
Which Woodson County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Yates Center (101).
How do I check my home in Woodson 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.