Missouri · population 10,108
Lead pipes in Monett, MO
1,297 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Most of Monett (population 10,108) gets its water from Monett PWS. That system reported 1 lead and 1,296 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 2,631, with 7 more of unknown material.
49% of Monett PWS's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Missouri average (3.3%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 49%
- Unknown 0.3%
- Non-lead 50%
Latest lead test for Monett PWS (Jan 2022–Dec 2024): not detected at the 90th percentile, against a 15 ppb federal action level. Full test history.
Compliance record: EPA lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Monett PWS.
Water systems serving Monett
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monett PWSMain system | 1 | 1,296 | 7 | 49% |
| Monett VillageAlso serves parts of the city | 0 | 0 | 53 | 0% |
Matched from EPA water system service area boundaries and the cities each system reports serving. Edges of the city may be served by a neighboring system; your water bill names your utility.
Check your address in Monett
The counts above cover the whole water system. To see whether your line is lead, look up your address on Monett PWS's official inventory. Utilities had to make these public by October 16, 2024.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test.
Protect your drinking water
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking, cooking and baby formula, and use only cold water.
Choosing a lead-certified filter · Testing your water · Replacement cost
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Questions
Does Monett, MO have lead pipes?
Yes. Monett PWS, which serves Monett, reported 1 lead and 1,296 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 7 of unknown material.
Who supplies water to Monett?
EPA's service area maps place most of Monett in Monett PWS's service area (PWSID MO5010537). Monett Village also serves parts of the city or nearby areas.
How do I check whether my Monett home has a lead service line?
Search your address on Monett PWS's service line inventory map. You can also scratch the pipe where water enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and doesn't attract a magnet.
When will lead pipes in Monett be replaced?
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Monett PWS whether your street is scheduled and whether it covers the private side.