LIBERTY UTILITIES Lead Service Line Inventory
Liberty Utilities serves about 43,438 people in Arkansas. Like all US water systems, it is required by federal law to identify and report on lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main.
What we know about Liberty Utilities' lead service lines
Liberty Utilities has not yet provided a public inventory of its lead service line status. This means the utility has not published specific counts of homes with lead lines, galvanized lines, or unknown status. This is not unusual—many smaller and mid-sized systems are still in the early stages of inventory work.
Federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule) requires all water systems to complete a full lead service line inventory by October 2024. Systems that miss this deadline may face enforcement action from Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality.
Why this matters for your home
If your home was built before 1986, there is a higher chance your service line contains lead. Even if your water tests clean today, lead lines can pose risk over time, especially if your water's pH or mineral content changes.
The most reliable way to know your home's status is to:
- Contact Liberty Utilities directly and ask about your address
- Have a licensed plumber inspect your service line (they can often tell visually)
- Get your water tested by a certified lab
Next steps for residents
- Call Liberty Utilities at their customer service number and ask if they have lead service line information for your address
- Request their lead service line inventory or replacement plan if available
- Have your water tested by a certified lab if you're concerned (contact your local health department for a list)
- Visit the EPA's lead and water page for more information on protecting your home
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact Liberty Utilities with your address—they may have records. A licensed plumber can also inspect the line where it enters your home. The most certain way is a water test from a certified lab.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead can harm health, especially in children and pregnant people. Visit the CDC website for detailed health information, or call your pediatrician if you're concerned.
What is a lead service line?
It's the pipe that runs from the water main under the street to your home. Lead lines were common before 1986. They can leach lead into drinking water over time.
What should I do if I think I have a lead service line?
Get your water tested by a certified lab, use a filter certified for lead removal if testing is positive, and contact Liberty Utilities about replacement options or programs.