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Lead service lines in Cheyenne, WY

44 water utilities serve Cheyenne, with approximately 86,057 people served.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS + utility inventories: 2026-04-14
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Lead Service Lines in Cheyenne, WY

What you need to know

Cheyenne's water systems have not reported any known lead service lines to the EPA. That's good news—but it doesn't mean there's zero lead risk in your home's pipes.

Lead service lines are the pipes that connect your house to the public water main. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a real possibility your connection contains lead, even if your water utility hasn't formally inventoried it yet. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or if pipes sit unused for hours.

The numbers: Cheyenne's 44 water systems collectively serve about 86,000 people. The two largest utilities are the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities (serving 64,165 people) and South Cheyenne Water & Sewer District (serving 10,000 people). Neither has reported confirmed lead service lines in their inventories yet.

Why this matters

Federal law now requires water utilities to identify and map all lead service lines by 2024–2027 (depending on system size). This is still a process, so even if your utility says "unknown," they may discover lead pipes as they conduct testing.

The safest approach: assume your service line could contain lead if your home predates the 1990s. Lead exposure is a long-term health risk, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people.

How to find out about your home

Contact your local water utility directly. Ask:

  • "Do I have a lead service line?"
  • "If unknown, when will you test or survey my address?"
  • "What's your current lead inventory data?"

For Cheyenne residents, the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities is the main provider. They maintain records tied to your property address.

Practical steps to reduce exposure

If you suspect lead pipes:

  • Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking (flushes stagnant water).
  • Use a pitcher filter certified to remove lead (NSF/ANSI Standard 53).
  • Have your water tested by a certified lab if you're concerned.
  • Never boil water to remove lead—it concentrates it.

If health concerns arise, talk to a pediatrician or contact your state health department.

Next steps for residents

  • Contact the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities (your main utility) to ask about your service line.
  • Check the EPA's online tool for your water system's annual water quality report.
  • If your home was built before 1990, consider a water test or filter while you wait for official inventory results.
  • For health questions, reach out to your doctor or the Wyoming Department of Health.

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