Missouri · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in St. Clair County, MO
5 community water systems serving St. Clair County reported 6 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 339 of unknown material. The most are in Appleton City PWS.
3.1% 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 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 2.9%
- Unknown 12%
- Non-lead 85%
Water systems serving St. Clair County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton City PWSAppleton City | 3 | 44 | 99 | 7.2% |
| Osceola PWSOsceola | 3 | 36 | 2 | 9.6% |
| Lowry City PWSLowry City | 0 | 0 | 203 | 0% |
| Collins PWSCollins | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0% |
| Harry S Truman PWSD 2Clinton | 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 St. Clair County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving St. Clair County reported 6 lead and 80 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 339 of unknown material.
Which St. Clair County water systems have the most lead lines?
Appleton City PWS (47), Osceola PWS (39).
How do I check my home in St. Clair 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.