Lead Pipe Replacement Grants and Funding in Wyoming
Overview
Wyoming serves over 628,000 people through 726 water systems. If you own a home with a lead service line, you may be eligible for grants or low-interest loans to help pay for replacement. Funding comes from federal and state programs designed to reduce lead exposure in drinking water.
Federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
The federal government allocated funding to states for water infrastructure improvements, including lead service line replacement. Wyoming received a share of this investment through the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF). Check with your local water utility to learn whether your system is using this money for lead replacement projects and whether homeowners can apply.
Wyoming's Drinking Water State Revolving Fund
Wyoming administers the DWSRF, which provides low-interest loans to water systems for infrastructure upgrades. A portion of these funds—set aside specifically for disadvantaged communities—may offer forgiveness (grants) rather than loans for eligible households.
To find out if your community qualifies and what your water system is planning, contact your water utility directly. They can tell you:
- Whether lead replacement is funded in your area
- Timeline for work
- Whether homeowner cost-sharing is required
- How to apply if you own a private service line
Private service lines
If you own the portion of the pipe connecting your home to the public water main (called a private service line), you may be responsible for replacement costs. However, some water systems cover part or all of the cost through grant programs. Your utility should provide this information.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility and ask about lead service line replacement programs and any available grants or loans
- Request their lead service line inventory to find out if your home may be affected
- Ask specifically about the DWSRF and whether your system is using it for lead replacement
- Check eligibility — some programs prioritize low-income households or disadvantaged areas