BANCROFT CLOVER WSD Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Bancroft Clover WSD serves approximately 44,000 people in Colorado. The system draws water from surface sources (rivers, lakes, or reservoirs).
Lead Service Lines: What We Know
Lead service lines are pipes that carry water from the main water line under the street to your home. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a chance your service line contains lead.
Current inventory status: Bancroft Clover WSD has not yet completed or publicly shared a lead service line inventory. This means the water system is still in the process of locating and documenting which properties have lead pipes.
This doesn't mean your water definitely has lead—only that the system hasn't yet published a detailed map or list showing which areas are affected. Many older water systems nationwide are still completing this work.
What Happens Next
Federal law now requires all water systems to identify lead service lines and create a plan to replace them. Bancroft Clover WSD will eventually publish an inventory and replacement timeline, though a specific date hasn't been announced publicly.
If you live in an older neighborhood or your home was built before 1986, the risk is higher. The best way to know your own situation is to contact your water utility directly—they can tell you whether your service line is on record as lead, galvanized (which can also leach lead), or confirmed lead-free.
Testing Your Water
Even if you have a lead service line, water treatment and flushing can reduce lead levels significantly. If you're concerned about lead in your drinking water:
- Request a free water test from your utility (many offer them)
- Use a certified lab if testing privately
- Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if pipes haven't been used for a few hours
For health concerns—especially if young children or pregnant people live in your home—talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC's lead information line.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact Bancroft Clover WSD directly to ask about your service line and water quality testing options
- Request their lead service line inventory or replacement plan when it becomes available
- Flush your taps regularly if you live in an older area and haven't had your line tested
- Speak with your pediatrician if you have health questions about lead exposure
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Bancroft Clover WSD have lead in the water?
The water system has not yet published a public inventory of lead service lines. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address and water quality testing options.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Call Bancroft Clover WSD and ask if your address is in their records as having a lead, galvanized, or lead-free service line. They may also send someone to inspect the line where it enters your property.
Is it safe to drink water from a lead pipe?
A lead service line doesn't automatically mean your water is unsafe, but lead can leach over time. Flushing pipes, water treatment by the utility, and regular testing reduce risk. Talk to your doctor about health concerns.
When will Bancroft Clover WSD replace lead pipes?
The utility is required by law to develop a replacement plan, but timelines vary. Contact them to ask about their schedule and whether any replacement programs are available for residents.