Missouri · 1 community water system
Lead pipes in Douglas County, MO
1 community water system serving Douglas County reported 0 lead and 704 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material. The most are in Ava PWS.
48% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Missouri average (3.3%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 48%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 52%
Water systems serving Douglas County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ava PWSAva | 0 | 704 | 0 | 48% |
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 Douglas County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Douglas County reported 0 lead and 704 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 0 of unknown material.
Which Douglas County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ava PWS (704).
How do I check my home in Douglas 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.