Lead pipes in Jackson County, Missouri
How many lead pipes are in Jackson County, MO?
Water systems based in Jackson County reported 91 lead service lines, 1,708 galvanized lines that need replacing and 25,026 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Independence has the most, with 1,679 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays in Missouri
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 Jackson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Independence PWS | 0 | 1,679 | 2,932 | Not confirmed |
| Lees Summit Lees Summit PWS | 78 | 23 | 477 | Not confirmed |
| Oak Grove Oak Grove PWS | 7 | 0 | 6 | Not confirmed |
| Unity Unity Village | 0 | 5 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Sugar Creek Sugar Creek PWS | 3 | 1 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Lake Tapawingo Lake Tapawingo PWS | 2 | 0 | 390 | Not confirmed |
| Jackson County PWSD 1 Jackson County PWSD 1 | 1 | 0 | 1,079 | Not confirmed |
| Jackson County PWSD 12 Jackson County PWSD 12 | 0 | 0 | 1,703 | Not confirmed |
| Jackson County PWSD 2 Jackson County PWSD 2 | 0 | 0 | 1,984 | Not confirmed |
| Blue Springs Blue Springs PWS | 0 | 0 | 16,455 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Jackson County, MO?
Water systems based in Jackson County reported 91 lead service lines, 1,708 galvanized lines that need replacing and 25,026 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Independence has the most, with 1,679 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Jackson County?
It depends on your water utility. Missouri 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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