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Lead service lines in Warwick, RI

16 water utilities serve Warwick, with approximately 90,514 people served.

Last verified from EPA SDWIS + utility inventories: 2026-04-14
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Lead Service Lines in Warwick, Rhode Island

Warwick serves about 90,500 residents through 16 water systems. The largest is the City of Warwick system, which provides water to roughly 73,300 people.

What we know about lead service lines in Warwick

Lead service lines are pipes that connect your home to the city's water main. If your line is made of lead, water can pick up lead as it travels through the pipe—especially if the water is corrosive or hasn't been used for several hours.

Currently, there is no publicly reported inventory of lead service lines in Warwick. This doesn't mean lead lines aren't present; it means the city hasn't completed a full survey or hasn't published the results yet. Many older neighborhoods (built before the 1950s) are more likely to have lead pipes, since lead service lines were common until they were phased out in the 1980s.

Why this matters

Lead exposure, even at low levels, can affect children's brain development and learning. There is no safe level of lead in drinking water. If you're concerned about your family's exposure—especially if you have young children or are pregnant—talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC.

What Warwick water systems are doing

Rhode Island requires public water systems to test for lead and notify customers of any problems. The City of Warwick and smaller systems like Dowling Village and Warwick-Potowomut are all required to maintain lead and copper monitoring under federal law.

However, knowing whether your specific home has a lead service line requires either contacting your water utility directly or, in some cases, hiring a plumber to inspect the connection at your property.

Next steps for residents

  • Contact your water utility to ask: (1) whether a lead service line inventory exists for your address, and (2) what their lead testing results show. The main utility is the City of Warwick water department.
  • Request a free or low-cost water test for lead if your utility offers one.
  • Check your home's age. Homes built before 1950 are at higher risk; ask a plumber to inspect your service line if you're unsure.
  • Use cold water for drinking and cooking until you know your line status, since hot water can leach more lead.

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Utilities serving Warwick

Common questions

Does Warwick Rhode Island have lead in the water?

Warwick has not publicly reported a known inventory of lead service lines. However, many older homes in Warwick may have lead pipes. Contact the City of Warwick water department to ask about testing and whether a lead service line inventory exists for your address.

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

Start by calling your water utility (the City of Warwick or your local system). They may have records or an inventory. A plumber can also inspect the connection at your property—the pipe connecting your home to the street—to confirm whether it's lead, galvanized, or copper.

Is it safe to drink tap water in Warwick RI?

Warwick's water systems are required to monitor and report on lead and other contaminants. If you're concerned about lead specifically, request a free water test from your utility, use cold water for drinking and cooking, and consider a point-of-use filter certified for lead if recommended by your utility.

What should I do if my child was exposed to lead water in Warwick?

Contact your pediatrician right away. They may recommend a blood lead test. You can also call the CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO for guidance on lead exposure and health. Report the issue to your water utility and the Rhode Island Department of Health.