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Lead service lines in Colorado Springs, CO

72 water utilities serve Colorado Springs, with approximately 576,356 people served.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS + utility inventories: 2026-04-14
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Lead Service Lines in Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs serves roughly 576,000 people through 72 different water systems. The largest utility—Colorado Springs Utilities—supplies about 464,000 residents. Other significant systems include Cherokee MD (29,610 people), Widefield Water Service District (27,640), Security Water District (20,000), and Stratmoor Hills Water Service District (6,500).

What we know about lead service lines here

The available data on lead service lines in Colorado Springs is incomplete. Colorado Springs Utilities and the smaller districts have not yet published confirmed counts of how many lead service lines exist in their systems—either because testing is still underway, data collection is in progress, or inventories have not been made public. This is common across the country; many utilities are still building or releasing their lead line inventories after the EPA's 2021 deadline.

Why this matters

Lead service lines are pipes that connect the main water line in the street to your home. If your line is lead, water can pick up lead as it travels to your tap. This is a particular concern for homes built before the 1980s, when lead pipes were still common.

If you're worried about lead in your water, the most direct approach is to contact your water utility and ask:

  • Do you have a lead service line inventory published?
  • Has my address been checked?
  • If my line is unknown, can I request testing?

Next steps for residents

  • Find your utility. Use your water bill or call your city to identify which system serves your address.
  • Ask for your service line status. Contact your utility directly (phone number should be on your bill) and request information about your line material.
  • Request testing if needed. If your utility hasn't tested your line, ask about free or low-cost testing programs.
  • Learn about treatment options. If lead is confirmed, your utility can advise on certified filters or other solutions; you can also visit the EPA's pages on lead in drinking water.

Utilities serving Colorado Springs

Common questions

Does Colorado Springs have lead in the water?

Lead gets into water through old service lines and plumbing, not from the water source itself. Colorado Springs Utilities has not yet published a complete inventory of lead service lines. To know if your home is affected, contact your utility and ask about your specific service line.

How do I know if I have a lead service line?

Homes built before the 1980s are more likely to have lead lines. Your water utility may have records of your line material, or they can arrange a test. You can also visually inspect the pipe where it enters your home—lead is soft, dull gray, and leaves a mark if you scrape it with a coin.

How do I contact Colorado Springs Utilities about lead?

Check your water bill for the customer service phone number, or visit the utility's website. Ask to speak with someone about lead service line inventory or testing for your address.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Colorado Springs if I might have a lead line?

If you're concerned, use a certified lead-reducing filter or bottled water while you confirm your line status. For advice specific to children or pregnant people in your home, contact your pediatrician or the CDC.