Texas · 6 community water systems
Lead pipes in Wichita County, TX
6 community water systems serving Wichita County reported 0 lead and 5,716 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,795 of unknown material. The most are in City of Wichita Falls.
12% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Texas average (1.2%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 12%
- Unknown 8.3%
- Non-lead 79%
Water systems serving Wichita County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Wichita FallsWichita County | 0 | 5,621 | 0 | 16% |
| City of ElectraWichita County | 0 | 71 | 913 | 4.9% |
| City of BurkburnettWichita County | 0 | 24 | 2,805 | 0.8% |
| City of Iowa ParkWichita County | 0 | 0 | 77 | 0% |
| Sheppard Air Force BaseWichita County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wichita Valley WSCWichita 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 Wichita County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Wichita County reported 0 lead and 5,716 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 3,795 of unknown material.
Which Wichita County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Wichita Falls (5,621), City of Electra (71), City of Burkburnett (24).
How do I check my home in Wichita 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.