Lead Line Grants

Lead pipes in Johnson County, Kansas

How many lead pipes are in Johnson County, KS?

Water systems based in Johnson County reported 1,369 lead service lines, 4,308 galvanized lines that need replacing and 3,814 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Gardner (Johnson County RWD 7) has the most, with 3,253 lead and galvanized lines.

Lead lines1,369
Galvanized (replace)4,308
Unknown material3,814
Water systems4
Lead and galvanized lines by water system in Johnson County
Gardner (Johnson County RWD 7)3,253De Soto1,951Water District 1 of Johnson Co249Olathe224

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 Johnson 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 systemLeadGalv.UnknownProgram
Gardner (Johnson County RWD 7)
Johnson Co RWD 7
03,2530Not confirmed
De Soto
City of Desoto
1,3695820Not confirmed
Water District 1 of Johnson Co
Water District 1 of Johnson Co
02493,551Not confirmed
Olathe
City of Olathe
0224263Not confirmed

Get lead line replacement quotes in Johnson County

Compare prices from licensed local plumbers who replace water service lines. Useful if your utility's program doesn't cover you, has a long wait, or you need the work done sooner.

Enter a phone number or an email. Free, no obligation.

Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Johnson County, KS?

Water systems based in Johnson County reported 1,369 lead service lines, 4,308 galvanized lines that need replacing and 3,814 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Gardner (Johnson County RWD 7) has the most, with 3,253 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Johnson 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.

Other Kansas counties

Reno CountyGeary CountySedgwick CountyShawnee CountyMontgomery CountyOsage CountyCherokee CountyHarvey CountyCrawford CountyButler CountyCowley CountyJackson CountyKansas →