Lead Service Lines in Yuma, AZ
What you need to know
Yuma's water systems serve about 168,669 people across 33 different utilities. The good news: current data shows no confirmed lead service lines have been identified in the inventories reported so far. That said, absence of reported data doesn't mean lead definitely isn't present—many older systems are still completing their surveys.
Lead service lines are pipes made of lead or a lead-heavy alloy that connect your water meter to the main water line under the street. If your home was built before 1986 (when lead solder and fittings were still common), or before the late 1980s in some states, there's a higher chance your connection could involve lead somewhere in the chain.
Who supplies your water?
The largest systems in Yuma are:
- City of Yuma (serves 103,264 people)
- Foothills Water and Sewer LLC (serves 32,425 people)
- USMC Yuma Main System (serves 8,353 people)
- Rose Valley Water Company (serves 6,202 people)
- ASPC Yuma (serves 4,197 people)
If you're not sure which system serves your address, you can find that information on your water bill or by calling your local utility directly.
What should you do right now?
Your utility is required by law to maintain an inventory of lead and galvanized service lines. Even though no lead lines have been reported yet in Yuma's current data, that doesn't mean the survey is complete. Utilities often take years to finish mapping their systems.
Contact your water provider and ask specifically: "Does my address have a known or suspected lead service line?" They can tell you what they've found so far and whether testing of your line is underway or planned.
If you're concerned about lead in your water—whether from service lines, interior pipes, or fixtures—the safest step is to get your water tested. A simple test kit costs $20–50, and the results are fast.
Next steps for residents
- Check your water bill or call your utility to identify which system serves your home
- Contact your utility directly and ask about lead service line status at your address
- If your home was built before 1986, ask your utility about free or low-cost water testing
- Visit the EPA's lead in drinking water page for testing guidance and health information
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