Lead Service Lines in Woodbury, MN

Woodbury serves about 83,878 residents across 15 water systems. If you're concerned about lead in your drinking water, here's what you need to know.

What we know about lead service lines in Woodbury

Lead service lines are the pipes that connect your home to the public water main. Water sitting in these pipes can pick up lead, especially in older homes or if your water is corrosive.

Currently, there are no confirmed lead service lines documented in Woodbury's inventory data. However, "no confirmed" does not mean "zero lead lines"—it means utilities either haven't found them yet or haven't reported them. Many water systems are still in the early stages of surveying their infrastructure.

The main water utility serving Woodbury (City of Woodbury, serving 82,643 residents) has not yet reported specific lead service line counts to the state. Smaller systems serving the area—including Cotton Super America, Horseshoe Shores, Woodbury Church of Christ, and Dairy and Bean LLC—also show no reported data at this time.

Why this matters

Lead exposure, especially for children under 6, can affect learning and development. Even low levels matter. If you live in a home built before 1986, your risk is higher because lead solder was commonly used in plumbing until then.

The EPA requires water systems to notify customers if lead levels exceed 15 parts per billion (ppb). But you don't need to wait for a notice—you can take action now.

How to find out if you have a lead service line

Contact your local water utility directly. The City of Woodbury Water Department can tell you whether your property is connected via a lead line. They may have records, or they can inspect your line. This conversation is worth having, even if inventories show "unknown" or "zero."

If you're renting, ask your landlord or property manager for this information.

Next steps for residents

• Contact your water utility to ask about your specific address and service line material. See the list of utilities above.
• Test your water if you're concerned, especially if you have a young child or are pregnant. Many utilities offer free or low-cost testing.
• Use a filter rated for lead (NSF/ANSI 53) if you want additional protection while you investigate.
• Flush your tap for 30 seconds before drinking, especially if water has been sitting overnight, to clear any lead that may have accumulated in pipes.

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