Missouri · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Lawrence County, MO
7 community water systems serving Lawrence County reported 1 lead and 170 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,515 of unknown material. The most are in Miller PWS.
2.7% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, about the same as the Missouri average (3.3%) and about the same as the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.7%
- Unknown 71%
- Non-lead 26%
Water systems serving Lawrence County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miller PWSMiller | 0 | 158 | 76 | 37% |
| Liberty Utilities Aurora VeronaAurora | 0 | 7 | 2,963 | 0.2% |
| MarionvilleMarionville | 0 | 3 | 581 | 0.3% |
| Mount Vernon PWSMount Vernon | 0 | 2 | 359 | 0.4% |
| Pierce City PWSPierce City | 1 | 0 | 385 | 0.2% |
| Freistatt PWSFreistatt | 0 | 0 | 98 | 0% |
| Monett VillageMonett | 0 | 0 | 53 | 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 Lawrence County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Lawrence County reported 1 lead and 170 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 4,515 of unknown material.
Which Lawrence County water systems have the most lead lines?
Miller PWS (158), Liberty Utilities Aurora Verona (7), Marionville (3).
How do I check my home in Lawrence 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.