GW FARMERS WATER CO - SANTA RITA SPRINGS Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
GW FARMERS WATER CO - SANTA RITA SPRINGS serves approximately 3,990 people in Arizona. The utility draws from groundwater sources.
Lead service line inventory status
Inventory completion: Not yet started
This water system has not yet completed a lead service line (LSL) inventory. Under the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, all US water utilities must identify and document every lead service line in their distribution system by October 16, 2024.
A lead service line is a pipe that carries water from the main water line in the street to your home. If your home was built before 1986, or if you don't know your pipe material, there's a reasonable chance your service line contains lead. Even lines installed after 1986 can occasionally contain lead.
What this means for you
If your water system hasn't completed its inventory yet, it doesn't mean there's no lead risk—it means the utility is still in the process of finding out. During this period:
- Request your service line information directly from the utility. Ask whether your specific address has a known lead service line, a galvanized service line, or a non-lead service line. Keep a written record of their response.
- Consider testing your water if you're concerned about lead, especially if you have young children or pregnant household members. An inexpensive test kit (available at hardware stores) can screen for lead in your tap water.
- Use cold water for cooking and drinking. Hot water leaches lead from pipes more readily than cold water.
- Flush your tap before using water for drinking or cooking, especially if you haven't used that tap in 6+ hours. Let water run until it becomes noticeably colder.
The utility is working to complete its inventory. Once they do, you'll have a clearer picture of lead risk at your address.
Next steps for residents
- Contact GW FARMERS WATER CO - SANTA RITA SPRINGS directly and ask: "Do I have a lead service line at my address?" Request a written answer.
- If you're concerned about lead in your water, contact your doctor or the CDC for guidance on testing and health precautions.
- Check your utility's website or call their main office to learn when the lead service line inventory will be complete.
- Consider a water test kit from your local hardware or health department if you want immediate information about your tap water.
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 have lead in it?
We don't know yet—this utility hasn't finished mapping its lead service lines. Lead in your tap water depends partly on whether your home has a lead service line and partly on water chemistry. Ask your utility if your address has a lead service line, and consider getting a water test if you're concerned.
When will the inventory be done?
Federal law requires all water systems to complete their lead service line inventories by October 16, 2024. Contact your utility to ask for their timeline and expected completion date.
Is my house old enough to have a lead service line?
Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead service lines, but it's not guaranteed. The best way to know is to ask your water utility for your address's service line material or have a plumber inspect the pipe where it enters your home.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead right now?
Use cold water for drinking and cooking, flush your tap for 30 seconds before using it for drinking or cooking, and consider a water test kit. If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your doctor about lead exposure risks.