Missouri · 3 community water systems
Lead pipes in Carter County, MO
3 community water systems serving Carter County reported 0 lead and 19 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 825 of unknown material. The most are in Carter County PWSD 1.
1.8% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Missouri average (3.3%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.8%
- Unknown 79%
- Non-lead 19%
Water systems serving Carter County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter County PWSD 1Carter County | 0 | 19 | 17 | 9.5% |
| Van Buren PWSVan Buren | 0 | 0 | 522 | 0% |
| Deer Run Reorganized Common Sewer DistVan Buren | 0 | 0 | 286 | 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 Carter County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Carter County reported 0 lead and 19 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 825 of unknown material.
Which Carter County water systems have the most lead lines?
Carter County PWSD 1 (19).
How do I check my home in Carter 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.