Lead Line Grants

Lead pipes in Shawnee County, Kansas

How many lead pipes are in Shawnee County, KS?

Water systems based in Shawnee County reported 293 lead service lines, 4,894 galvanized lines that need replacing and 3,240 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Topeka has the most, with 5,184 lead and galvanized lines.

Lead lines293
Galvanized (replace)4,894
Unknown material3,240
Water systems3
Lead and galvanized lines by water system in Shawnee County
Topeka5,184Silver Lake2Metro Topeka Airport Authority1

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 Shawnee County

Every Shawnee 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
Topeka
City of Topeka
2914,8933,106Replacing lines; ask about cost
Silver Lake
City of Silver Lake
20134Not confirmed
Metro Topeka Airport Authority
Metro Topeka Airport Authority
010Not confirmed

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Common questions

How many lead pipes are in Shawnee County, KS?

Water systems based in Shawnee County reported 293 lead service lines, 4,894 galvanized lines that need replacing and 3,240 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Topeka has the most, with 5,184 lead and galvanized lines.

Who pays to replace lead service lines in Shawnee 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 Shawnee 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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