Lead pipes in Reno County, Kansas
How many lead pipes are in Reno County, KS?
Water systems based in Reno County reported 5 lead service lines, 16,894 galvanized lines that need replacing and 672 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Hutchinson has the most, with 16,594 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.
Confirmed programs in Reno County
- Hutchinson: Inventory and plan in progress.
Every Reno 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson City of Hutchinson | 0 | 16,594 | 0 | Program not open yet |
| Pretty Prairie City of Pretty Prairie | 1 | 98 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Nickerson City of Nickerson | 0 | 90 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| South Hutchinson City of South Hutchinson | 3 | 75 | 357 | Not confirmed |
| Haven City of Haven | 1 | 28 | 225 | Not confirmed |
| Turon City of Turon | 0 | 9 | 90 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Reno County, KS?
Water systems based in Reno County reported 5 lead service lines, 16,894 galvanized lines that need replacing and 672 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Hutchinson has the most, with 16,594 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Reno 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 confirmed programs for 1 Reno County utility, listed on this page.
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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