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City of Parsons Launches Lead Water Service Line Inventory Program

The City of Parsons is launching a lead water service line inventory program to identify lead pipes in homes across the City.

Lead is a naturally occurring element that can be toxic to animals and humans when ingested. According to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), between 10 and 20 percent of lead exposure comes from drinking water. While lead is not present in the City's source water leaving its water treatment plant, it can enter water through lead pipes and internal plumbing.

With funding assistance from the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, the City will inventory homes to identify lead water service lines at no cost to the homeowner. The City has contracted with TREKK Design Group, LLC (TREKK) to complete these inspections.

"We are pleased to have partnered with TREKK Design Group to complete the Lead and Copper Evaluation that is required by the EPA. We appreciate the homeowner's cooperation in helping us complete this evaluation in a timely manner with as little inconvenience as possible," said Director of Utilities, Derek Clevenger. 

Homeowners are asked to contact TREKK to schedule a free inspection appointment. Access to the home's interior will likely be required to visually verify the interior pipe material, usually located in crawl spaces, basements, and underneath sinks. Evaluations will typically last no more than 30 minutes.

To schedule an evaluation, homeowners may call (417) 834-3233 or email parsonswater@trekkdesigngroup.com.

You may also contact Derek Clevenger at (620) 421-7020 or email dclevenger@parsonsks.com for more information.