CTWC - SHORELINE REGION-GUILFORD SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
CTWC - SHORELINE REGION-GUILFORD SYSTEM serves approximately 33,975 people in Connecticut. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead service line inventory status
This water system has not yet completed a public lead service line (LSL) inventory. As of now, no inventory data is available on file.
Under the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, all water systems must develop and maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes. This includes confirmed lead lines, galvanized lines that may contain lead, and lines of unknown material.
Why this matters for your home
Lead service lines pose a real risk: they can release lead into your drinking water, especially in homes with newer plumbing or when water chemistry changes. This risk exists whether your utility has finished its inventory or not.
If you live in this service area, you don't need to wait for the inventory to take action. You can:
- Contact the utility directly to ask if your home has a lead service line. Provide your address; staff can often check their records or tell you how to get tested.
- Get your water tested for lead (about $25–$50 through a certified lab). This tells you what's actually in your tap water right now, regardless of pipe type.
- Install a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) if testing shows lead is present.
For health concerns—especially if you have young children or are pregnant—talk to your doctor or contact the CDC.
Next steps for residents
- Call CTWC - SHORELINE REGION-GUILFORD SYSTEM to ask if your address is on a known lead service line or to request a water test.
- Get your water tested by a certified lab if you're concerned; results are private and fast.
- Learn about your options (flushing, filters, line replacement) based on your test results and what the utility can tell you.
- Check back periodically for updates as the utility completes its inventory.
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 service lines?
CTWC - SHORELINE REGION-GUILFORD SYSTEM has not yet published a complete inventory of lead service lines. Contact the utility directly with your address to ask about your specific property, or get your water tested to know your actual lead level.
How do I know if my house has 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 (lead is soft, gray, and dents easily with a coin). A water test will tell you if lead is present in your tap water regardless of pipe type.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Yes, lead can harm brain development in children and affect kidney and cardiovascular health in adults. There is no safe level. If you're pregnant, have young children, or are concerned about health effects, talk to your doctor or the CDC.
What can I do right now if I'm worried about lead?
Get your water tested through a certified lab (usually $25–$50). If lead is detected, use an NSF 53-certified filter or contact your utility about service line replacement options. Flushing tap water for 30 seconds before drinking also helps reduce lead from sitting pipes.