Missouri · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Chariton County, MO
5 community water systems serving Chariton County reported 3 lead and 28 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 502 of unknown material. The most are in Salisbury PWS.
1.4% 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 0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.2%
- Unknown 22%
- Non-lead 77%
Water systems serving Chariton County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury PWSSalisbury | 2 | 14 | 40 | 1.6% |
| Mo American BrunswickBrunswick | 1 | 9 | 346 | 2.0% |
| Keytesville PWSKeytesville | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2.1% |
| Mendon PWSMendon | 0 | 0 | 116 | 0% |
| Chariton County PWSD 2Brunswick | 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 Chariton County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Chariton County reported 3 lead and 28 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 502 of unknown material.
Which Chariton County water systems have the most lead lines?
Salisbury PWS (16), Mo American Brunswick (10), Keytesville PWS (5).
How do I check my home in Chariton 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.