Missouri · 2 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ozark County, MO
2 community water systems serving Ozark County reported 1 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 433 of unknown material. The most are in Ozark County PWSD 1.
0.7% 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) 0.5%
- Unknown 56%
- Non-lead 43%
Water systems serving Ozark County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ozark County PWSD 1Theodosia | 1 | 4 | 75 | 1.9% |
| Gainesville PWSGainsville | 0 | 0 | 358 | 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 Ozark County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ozark County reported 1 lead and 4 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 433 of unknown material.
Which Ozark County water systems have the most lead lines?
Ozark County PWSD 1 (5).
How do I check my home in Ozark 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.