Lead Service Lines in Westminster, CO
Westminster's water systems serve about 203,691 people through four separate utilities. The largest is Westminster City of, which serves about 202,078 residents.
What we know about lead service lines here
The water systems serving Westminster have not reported finding lead service lines in their current inventories. However, "not reported" does not mean "not present"—many utilities across the country are still completing their lead service line surveys, which are required under federal law.
Lead service lines are underground pipes that connect a home to the public water main. If your home was built before the 1970s, there's a higher chance your service line contains lead, since lead pipes were common in older plumbing systems.
How to find out about your home
The best source is your water utility directly. Contact Westminster City of or whichever system serves your address and ask:
- Does your utility have a map of lead service lines?
- Does my address have a known lead service line?
- If unknown, what's the age of my home's connection, and can you test it?
Many utilities can provide this information by address. If your line is unknown or confirmed lead, your utility may offer free or subsidized replacement programs.
If you're concerned about lead in drinking water
The CDC recommends that families with infants, young children, or pregnant women take lead seriously. If you want to test your water at home, inexpensive kits are available, or you can contact your utility about professional testing.
For health questions—especially regarding children—talk to your pediatrician or call the CDC's lead hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility (Westminster City of, PWSID CO0101170) and ask about lead service lines at your address.
- Check your home's age. Homes built before the 1970s are more likely to have lead connections.
- Ask about testing and replacement programs. Many utilities offer assistance for low-income households.
- If you rent, contact your landlord or property manager—they may have this information on file.