DOYON UTILITIES JBER - RICHARDSON Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
DOYON UTILITIES JBER - RICHARDSON serves approximately 20,284 people in Alaska. The system draws water from surface sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
This water system has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. As of now, no lead service lines have been identified or counted in the system's records.
Under the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, all community water systems must identify and maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes. This inventory helps utilities and residents understand potential lead exposure risks and plan for necessary replacements.
Without a completed inventory, the utility cannot say with certainty how many lead lines exist in its service area. This doesn't mean there are no lead lines; it means the work to locate and document them is still ongoing or has not yet begun.
What This Means for Your Home
If your home was built before 1986, there's a higher statistical chance your service line contains lead or is galvanized steel (which can leach lead over time). The only way to know for sure is to have your line tested or to contact your water utility directly.
If you are concerned about lead in your tap water, the most reliable step is to:
- Contact DOYON UTILITIES JBER - RICHARDSON directly and ask whether your specific address has a lead service line, or request information about the ongoing inventory process.
- Test your tap water if you have young children, pregnant household members, or other health concerns. Contact your local health department for testing recommendations.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call your water utility to ask if they know whether your home has a lead service line and when the full inventory will be complete.
- Get your water tested if anyone in your household is pregnant, nursing, or under age 6—these groups are most vulnerable to lead exposure.
- Check the CDC's website for guidance on reducing lead exposure and what to do if you're concerned about your health.
- Stay informed by checking back here or contacting the utility as the inventory is completed.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does my water system have lead service lines?
DOYON UTILITIES JBER - RICHARDSON has not yet completed a full lead service line inventory, so the utility cannot say how many lead lines exist in its service area. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Ask your water utility—they may have records for your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line where it enters your home, though this can be costly. The safest approach is to assume older homes (pre-1986) may have lead and take precautions like running water before drinking and having it tested.
Is it dangerous to drink water from a lead service line?
Lead in drinking water is a health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. For health advice specific to your situation, contact your pediatrician or the CDC. Testing your tap water can tell you if lead is actually present.
When will this water system replace lead service lines?
The utility has not yet published a replacement plan. Contact DOYON UTILITIES JBER - RICHARDSON to ask about their timeline and whether any funding has been received for replacements.