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Lead service lines in Kettering, OH

4 water utilities serve Kettering, with approximately 233,350 people served.

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

Kettering serves about 233,350 people through four water systems. The two largest—Montgomery County Water Services 1 and 2—serve the vast majority of residents.

What we know about lead service lines in Kettering

Public records on lead service line inventories in Kettering are incomplete. The water systems serving your area have not yet reported confirmed counts of lead service lines to regulators. This doesn't mean lead lines aren't present—it means the inventory work is still underway or data hasn't been made public.

Under the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, all water utilities must complete lead service line inventories by 2026. Most Ohio systems are working toward that deadline now.

Why this matters

A lead service line is the pipe that connects the water main under the street to your home. If your service line is made of lead, water can pick up lead as it travels to your tap—especially if water sits in pipes overnight or if your home's plumbing contains lead solder or brass fittings.

Lead exposure is a health concern, particularly for young children and pregnant people. If you're worried about lead in your water, the best first step is to know whether your home has a lead service line.

How to find out if you have a lead service line

Contact your local water utility directly. They can tell you:

  • Whether your service line is lead, galvanized steel, copper, or PVC
  • Whether they've tested your water for lead
  • What steps you can take to reduce exposure

For Montgomery County Water Services:

  • PWS 1: Contact them through the county water office
  • PWS 2: Same contact point

If you rent, ask your landlord. If you live in a mobile home served by Evergreen Edgewood MHP or Sherwood Grove MHP, contact your park management.

Reducing lead exposure while you wait for answers

If you don't yet know your service line material:

  • Let water run cold for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking (flushes out standing water in the line)
  • Use cold water for drinking and cooking—hot water leaches more lead
  • If concerned about health impacts, talk to your doctor or pediatrician

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Next steps for residents

  • Contact your water utility and ask for your lead service line status and the most recent water lead test results
  • Request a free or low-cost water test if available through your utility
  • If you have young children, discuss lead screening with your pediatrician
  • Check back on LeadPipeLookup periodically—utility inventories will be updated as work completes

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Utilities serving Kettering

Common questions

Does Kettering Ohio have lead pipes?

Kettering's water systems haven't reported confirmed lead service line counts yet. Inventory work is still underway. Contact Montgomery County Water Services or your utility to find out if your specific home has a lead service line.

How do I know if my house has a lead service line?

Call your water utility with your address. They can tell you what material your service line is made of. You can also request a free or low-cost water test from many utilities.

Is lead in water dangerous?

Lead is harmful, especially to young children and pregnant people. There is no safe level. If you're concerned about health effects, talk to your pediatrician or doctor—they can order a lead screening if needed.

What should I do if I'm worried about lead in my tap water?

Let cold water run for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, use cold water for drinking and cooking, and contact your water utility for a lead test. If you have children, mention lead concerns to your pediatrician.