Missouri · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pemiscot County, MO
5 community water systems serving Pemiscot County reported 2 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,027 of unknown material. The most are in Steele PWS.
4.5% 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 <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 4.5%
- Unknown 39%
- Non-lead 57%
Water systems serving Pemiscot County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steele PWSSteele | 2 | 215 | 0 | 22% |
| Hayti PWSHayti | 0 | 138 | 839 | 11% |
| Caruthersville PWSCaruthersville | 0 | 0 | 2,004 | 0% |
| Hayti Heights PWSPemiscot County | 0 | 0 | 184 | 0% |
| Pemiscot County Con PWSD 1Hayti | 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 Pemiscot County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pemiscot County reported 2 lead and 353 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,027 of unknown material.
Which Pemiscot County water systems have the most lead lines?
Steele PWS (217), Hayti PWS (138).
How do I check my home in Pemiscot 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.