Lead pipes in Butler County, Kansas
How many lead pipes are in Butler County, KS?
Water systems based in Butler County reported 457 lead service lines, 1,101 galvanized lines that need replacing and 1,255 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Augusta has the most, with 833 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in Kansas
This state has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. Under the federal rule, utilities must replace every lead line and galvanized line that needs it within ten years of November 1, 2027, but the rule does not make utilities pay for the owner's side. Federal infrastructure money passed through the state revolving fund can pay for it, so many utilities offer free or discounted replacement, especially for low-income owners.
Every Butler County water system with lead lines
Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta City of Augusta | 209 | 624 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| El Dorado City of El Dorado | 4 | 183 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Leon City of Leon | 0 | 158 | 15 | Not confirmed |
| Potwin City of Potwin | 138 | 12 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Towanda City of Towanda | 1 | 119 | 2 | Not confirmed |
| Douglass City of Douglass | 58 | 0 | 405 | Not confirmed |
| Rose Hill City of Rose Hill | 38 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Butler Co RWD 5 Butler Co RWD 5 | 8 | 0 | 128 | Not confirmed |
| Cassoday City of Cassoday | 0 | 5 | 108 | Not confirmed |
| Butler Co RWD 6 Butler Co RWD 6 | 1 | 0 | 597 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Butler County, KS?
Water systems based in Butler County reported 457 lead service lines, 1,101 galvanized lines that need replacing and 1,255 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Augusta has the most, with 833 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Butler County?
It depends on your water utility. Kansas has no law we found that decides who pays for the private side of a lead service line, so each utility sets its own policy. We have not confirmed a homeowner program for a utility in this county yet, so ask your utility before you hire a contractor.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.
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