Missouri · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Pettis County, MO
8 community water systems serving Pettis County reported 106 lead and 166 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 9,226 of unknown material. The most are in Sedalia PWS.
2.1% 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 0.8%
- Galvanized (replace) 1.3%
- Unknown 70%
- Non-lead 28%
Water systems serving Pettis County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedalia PWSSedalia | 106 | 162 | 7,768 | 2.4% |
| Southwood Acres SubdPettis County | 0 | 4 | 3 | 20% |
| Pettis/Johnson/Saline PWSD 1Saline | 0 | 0 | 485 | 0% |
| Mo American Maplewood SubdivisionPettis County | 0 | 0 | 396 | 0% |
| Mo American SmithtonSmithton | 0 | 0 | 241 | 0% |
| Green Ridge PWSGreen Ridge | 0 | 0 | 235 | 0% |
| Hughesville PWSHughesville | 0 | 0 | 50 | 0% |
| La Monte PWSLamonte | 0 | 0 | 48 | 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 Pettis County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Pettis County reported 106 lead and 166 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 9,226 of unknown material.
Which Pettis County water systems have the most lead lines?
Sedalia PWS (268), Southwood Acres Subd (4).
How do I check my home in Pettis 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.