AQUARION-MYSTIC Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
AQUARION-MYSTIC serves approximately 10,788 people in Connecticut. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead service lines: what we know
As of now, AQUARION-MYSTIC has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its distribution system. This means we don't have confirmed counts of how many homes are connected via lead pipes, galvanized steel pipes, or other materials.
This is not unusual. Connecticut water systems, like many across the US, are still working through the federal requirement to document and map their service lines. The deadline for most utilities to complete these inventories is 2024.
What you can do now
If you're concerned about lead in your tap water:
- Contact AQUARION-MYSTIC directly to ask about your specific address. They may have partial records or can test your water. Their customer service team can tell you what's currently known about your service line.
- Request a free water test. Connecticut's Department of Public Health can direct you to certified labs. If lead is detected at your tap, the utility must provide guidance on treatment options (usually a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal).
- Check your home's age. Homes built before 1980 are more likely to have lead service lines or solder, though it's possible in newer homes too.
Lead in drinking water is a real concern—it can affect children's development and cause other health issues—but the risk depends on whether you actually have a lead line and whether water quality in your area is corrosive. Testing is the only way to know for certain.
Next steps for residents
- Contact AQUARION-MYSTIC's customer service to ask if your address has been surveyed and what material your service line is made of
- Request a water test through your state health department if you haven't done one recently
- If your home was built before 1986, ask your utility about lead-removal filters certified by NSF or WQA
- Keep an eye on your utility's website for updates to their lead service line inventory as it's completed
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-MYSTIC have lead service lines?
AQUARION-MYSTIC has not yet completed a full inventory of its service lines, so we don't have a confirmed count. Contact the utility directly about your specific address, or ask about the status of their inventory completion.
How do I know if my water has lead?
The only way to know is to test your tap water. Contact AQUARION-MYSTIC or Connecticut's Department of Public Health to find a certified lab. Testing is often free or low-cost.
Is it safe to drink water from AQUARION-MYSTIC?
AQUARION-MYSTIC is required by law to keep lead below the EPA action level. If lead is found, the utility must notify you and recommend treatment. A water test at your tap will give you the clearest answer.
What should I do if my home has a lead service line?
Install a certified lead-removal filter on your drinking water tap, flush your pipes before drinking, and consider partial or full line replacement over time. Talk to AQUARION-MYSTIC about replacement programs or funding they may offer.