Missouri · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Knox County, MO
2 community water systems serving Knox County reported 0 lead and 23 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,090 of unknown material. The most are in Edina PWS.
0.9% 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) 0.9%
- Unknown 85%
- Non-lead 14%
Water systems serving Knox County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edina PWSEdina | 0 | 23 | 310 | 3.5% |
| Knox County Public Water & Sewer Dist 1Knox City | 0 | 0 | 1,780 | 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 Knox County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Knox County reported 0 lead and 23 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,090 of unknown material.
Which Knox County water systems have the most lead lines?
Edina PWS (23).
How do I check my home in Knox 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.