EAST CHERRY CREEK VALLEY WSD Lead Service Line Inventory
East Cherry Creek Valley Water & Sanitation District serves approximately 66,130 people in Colorado. Like all US water systems, it is required by the EPA to identify and track lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the public water main.
What We Know About Your Water System
This water system draws from surface water sources. As of now, the district has not yet completed a comprehensive inventory of lead service lines in its service area. This means the utility is still in the process of locating and documenting which homes may have lead pipes.
The lack of a completed inventory is not unusual—many water systems across the US are still working through this requirement. However, it does mean that if you live in this service area, you may not yet know whether your home has a lead service line.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines can leach lead into drinking water, especially in homes with naturally more corrosive water. Even low levels of lead exposure can harm young children's development. If you have young children or are pregnant, this is worth taking seriously.
The good news: lead service line replacement is durable and safe once completed. And you have actions you can take right now, even while waiting for the utility to finish its inventory work.
What You Can Do
Contact your water utility directly. Call East Cherry Creek Valley WSD and ask:
- Whether your specific address has a lead service line
- If they have any records of your property's service line material
- What their timeline is for completing the full inventory
- Whether replacement assistance programs exist in your area
Test your water. Many counties offer free or low-cost lead testing. Contact your local health department to find out how.
Reduce exposure in the meantime. The CDC recommends flushing your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if your water has been sitting for several hours. Use cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water leaches lead faster).
Funding for Replacement
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has allocated significant federal funding to replace lead service lines nationwide. Ask your utility whether your household may qualify for replacement assistance.
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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 in it?
Your utility has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines. Contact East Cherry Creek Valley WSD directly with your address to find out if your home's service line is lead. Even if it is, treatment and flushing can reduce exposure while waiting for replacement.
How do I know if I have a lead service line?
Call your water utility with your address—they may have records. You can also look at the pipe where it enters your home (older lead pipes are dull gray and soft). A free water test through your county health department can also detect lead.
Is the water safe to drink right now?
Your utility treats water to reduce corrosion, but the only way to be certain is to test your water. Contact your local health department for free or low-cost testing. If you're pregnant or have young children, testing is especially important.
Can my water system help me replace my lead service line?
Ask your utility about replacement assistance and funding—federal dollars are available in many areas. Some utilities cover replacement costs or help coordinate work.