AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL Lead Service Line Inventory
About Your Water System
AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL serves approximately 14,691 people in Connecticut. The system draws from groundwater sources.
Lead Service Lines: What We Know
As of now, no lead service line inventory data is publicly available from this water system. Connecticut law requires all public water systems to complete a full inventory of service lines (the pipes connecting the main water line to individual homes) and identify which ones contain lead. AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL has not yet published this information.
This doesn't mean there are no lead lines in the system—it means the utility is still working on the survey and public reporting.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines are the most common source of lead in household drinking water, particularly in older homes built before the 1980s. Even small amounts of lead exposure can affect children's brain development. If your home was built before 1990, there's a meaningful chance your service line contains lead or lead-bearing materials.
What You Should Do Now
Contact your utility directly. AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL can tell you:
- Whether your specific address has a known or suspected lead service line
- When they expect to complete and publish their full inventory
- Whether they offer testing or replacement programs
You don't need to wait for the public inventory to get answers about your own home.
If you're concerned about lead in your tap water, you can:
- Request a free or low-cost water test from your utility (most offer this)
- Use a pitcher filter or faucet filter certified for lead removal as a temporary measure
- Flush cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if your pipes haven't been used for several hours
For health questions about lead exposure, consult your pediatrician or the CDC.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL to ask about your service line and request a water test
- Find your water system's contact info on their website or your water bill
- If you rent, ask your landlord about the service line material
- For homes built before 1990, consider a professional water test even while waiting for the 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 AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL have lead in the water?
The utility hasn't published a lead service line inventory yet, so the full picture isn't public. However, lead in drinking water typically comes from lead service lines or household plumbing, not the utility's main lines. Contact the utility to find out if your specific address has a lead service line.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call AQUARION-SIMSBURY REGIONAL and give them your address. They can check their records. You can also ask a plumber to inspect, or order a home water test to check for lead in your tap water.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead exposure, especially in children, can harm brain development and learning. There is no safe level of lead in drinking water. For health concerns, talk to your doctor or pediatrician. The CDC has guidance on reducing lead exposure at home.
What should I do if I think I have a lead service line?
Request a free water test from your utility to check for lead. Consider using a certified lead-removal filter on your faucet or pitcher while you decide about replacement. Your utility or state health department can explain options for removing the line.