Oklahoma · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Kay County, OK
8 community water systems serving Kay County reported 7 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12,726 of unknown material. The most are in Blackwell Municipal Authority.
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Oklahoma average (0.9%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead <0.1%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 63%
- Non-lead 37%
Water systems serving Kay County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwell Municipal AuthorityKay County | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.2% |
| Kay Co RWD #3Kay County | 1 | 0 | 114 | 0.2% |
| Ponca City Mun WaterKay County | 0 | 0 | 10,574 | 0% |
| TonkawaKay County | 0 | 0 | 1,255 | 0% |
| Kay Co RWD #5 (Dale Water Corp)Kay County | 0 | 0 | 390 | 0% |
| NewkirkKay County | 0 | 0 | 367 | 0% |
| Kaw City Water AuthorityKay County | 0 | 0 | 26 | 0% |
| Kay Co RWD #1Kay County | 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 Kay County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Kay County reported 7 lead and 0 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 12,726 of unknown material.
Which Kay County water systems have the most lead lines?
Blackwell Municipal Authority (6), Kay Co RWD #3 (1).
How do I check my home in Kay 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.