WEST MEMPHIS WATERWORKS Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
West Memphis Waterworks serves approximately 24,419 people in Arkansas. The system draws its water from groundwater sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
The utility has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. As of now, no count of lead, galvanized, or unknown service lines has been published or made available to residents.
This does not mean there are no lead lines in the system—it means the inventory work is still underway or not yet accessible to the public.
What You Should Know
Federal law requires all water utilities to locate and inventory lead service lines by 2026 (or 2024 for large systems, depending on when the rule took effect in your area). West Memphis Waterworks is still in the process of meeting this requirement.
In the meantime:
- Your service line matters. Even if your home was built after lead service lines were banned (1986), you may still have lead in your plumbing, solder, or fixtures.
- You can take action now. Testing your water and using a water filter certified for lead removal does not require an official inventory.
- The utility should provide updates. Contact them directly to ask about the timeline for completing the inventory and when results will be shared publicly.
Getting Your Water Tested
If you want to know whether lead is in your water right now, the CDC recommends:
1. Contact your water utility to ask if they offer free testing 2. If not, hire a certified lab (your utility can provide a list) 3. Test both cold and hot tap water, using the first draw from the tap
For guidance on health concerns, especially if children or pregnant people live in your home, talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact West Memphis Waterworks to ask when the lead service line inventory will be complete and public
- Request free water testing from your utility, or find a certified lab if they don't offer it
- Learn your home's age and plumbing history — older homes are more likely to have lead lines or lead-containing fixtures
- Use a filter or pitcher certified for lead reduction while you wait for the inventory and test results
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does West Memphis Waterworks have lead in the water?
The utility has not yet published a lead service line inventory, so the total number of lead lines is unknown. You can test your own water through the utility or a certified lab to find out if lead is present at your home.
When will West Memphis Waterworks finish its lead inventory?
Federal deadline is 2026 for most systems. Contact the utility directly for their specific timeline and expected completion date.
How much does it cost to test water for lead?
Many utilities offer free testing; ask West Memphis Waterworks first. If they don't, certified labs typically charge $15–50 per sample.
Can a water filter remove lead?
Yes, but only filters certified for lead reduction (look for NSF/ANSI Standard 53). Pitcher filters and refrigerator filters vary—check the label.