Lead Service Lines in Naples, FL
Naples gets water from 29 different systems serving about 309,000 people. The two largest are Collier County Regional WTP (217,000 people) and Naples Water Department (83,800 people), plus 27 smaller systems.
What we know about lead in Naples
Florida doesn't require water utilities to publicly report lead service line inventories the way some states do. That means there's no centralized list showing exactly how many lead pipes connect homes to the water main in Naples.
The good news: many Florida utilities have been replacing old pipes for years, and Naples' systems haven't reported widespread lead contamination in routine water testing. But "not detected" in the water doesn't always mean no lead pipes exist—it depends on water chemistry and how pipes are maintained.
What to do if you're concerned
Ask your water utility directly. Contact your provider (usually Collier County Regional or Naples Water Department, depending on your address) and ask:
- Do you have a lead service line inventory?
- Has my address been tested for lead pipes?
- What's the age of pipes in my neighborhood?
Test your water if you have young children or are pregnant. Lead is most dangerous for developing brains. A simple $25–30 water test from a certified lab can tell you if lead is in your tap water right now. Ask your utility for a list of certified labs, or contact the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.
Reduce exposure while you investigate.
- Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if the tap hasn't been used for hours.
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water leaches lead faster).
- Consider a pitcher filter or faucet filter certified for lead (NSF/ANSI Standard 53).
If a child's blood lead level is elevated, that's a medical issue—talk to your pediatrician or contact the Florida Department of Health.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility (Collier County Regional or Naples Water Dept) and ask about lead service lines at your address
- Get your water tested through a certified lab if you have young children or pregnant household members
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking while you gather information
- Check the EPA's resources on lead and drinking water at epa.gov/lead