Lead pipes in Sedgwick County, Kansas
How many lead pipes are in Sedgwick County, KS?
Water systems based in Sedgwick County reported 1,566 lead service lines, 6,050 galvanized lines that need replacing and 45,186 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Wichita has the most, with 6,031 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 Sedgwick County
- Wichita: Galvanized lines flagged; cost policy not published.
Every Sedgwick 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita City of Wichita | 16 | 6,015 | 40,164 | Program not open yet |
| Park City City of Park City | 1,548 | 0 | 2,050 | Not confirmed |
| Valley Center City of Valley Center | 0 | 23 | 1,058 | Not confirmed |
| Haysville City of Haysville | 0 | 10 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Sedgwick Co RWD 3 Sedgwick Co RWD 3 | 2 | 0 | 1,628 | Not confirmed |
| Colwich City of Colwich | 0 | 2 | 286 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Sedgwick County, KS?
Water systems based in Sedgwick County reported 1,566 lead service lines, 6,050 galvanized lines that need replacing and 45,186 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Wichita has the most, with 6,031 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Sedgwick 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 Sedgwick 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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