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Lead service lines in Newark, NJ

4 water utilities serve Newark, with approximately 294,614 people served.

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

What you need to know

Newark's water system serves 294,614 people across four utilities. The Newark Water Department, which supplies the vast majority of residents (294,274 people), has 0 known lead service lines in its inventory.

Lead service lines are pipes that connect your home to the water main under the street. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a higher chance your connection contains lead. Even with modern plumbing inside your house, a lead service line means lead can leach into your drinking water—especially if the water is corrosive or you haven't used a faucet for several hours.

What Newark's inventory shows

The Newark Water Department has completed its lead service line survey and reported no confirmed lead lines. This is good news, but it doesn't mean zero risk exists in every home. Some older pipes may not yet be classified, or galvanized steel pipes (which can also leach lead) may be present in some areas.

The three smaller systems serving Newark (Universal Church Windermere, Camp Linwood, and NJ Transit Bus Operations) have not yet reported their lead line counts.

What this means for your home

If you live in Newark and get water from Newark Water Department, the utility's records show no lead service lines on file. However:

  • Your home's age matters. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have older pipe materials.
  • Your water's pH level matters. Some water chemistry makes lead leaching more likely.
  • Testing is the only way to be sure. You can request a free or low-cost lead test from your utility or use a certified lab.

Next steps for residents

  • Contact Newark Water Department directly to confirm which utility serves your address and ask if your street has a known lead service line on file.
  • Request a water quality report. The utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report includes information about lead testing in the distribution system.
  • Consider a home water test. If your home was built before 1986, testing is inexpensive and gives you real data about your tap water.
  • Check the CDC website for guidance on reducing lead exposure, especially if children under 6 or pregnant people live in your home.

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Utilities serving Newark

Common questions

Does Newark have lead service lines?

Newark Water Department, which serves 294,274 residents, reports 0 known lead service lines. However, some pipes may not yet be classified, and older homes may have other lead-bearing materials. Contact your utility to confirm your home's service line.

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

Call Newark Water Department with your address. They can tell you what type of pipe connects your home to the main. You can also have a plumber inspect it, or request a water test to check for lead in your tap water.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Newark?

Newark Water Department regularly tests its water for lead and reports results in its annual Consumer Confidence Report. If you have concerns about your specific home, especially if it's older, a home water test is the most reliable way to check.

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

Request a water test from Newark Water Department or use a certified lab. Run your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, use cold water for consumption, and contact your pediatrician if you have young children in your home.