ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL Water System Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL serves 5,511 people in Delaware. The system draws water from groundwater sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
This water system has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. No data on lead pipes, galvanized pipes, or non-lead materials has been reported to the state.
What does this mean?
Water utilities are required to identify and inventory lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes. This inventory helps utilities and residents understand where lead exposure risk may exist. If your utility hasn't finished this work, it's typically still in progress or in the early stages.
When will the inventory be available?
The timeline varies by utility. Contact ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL directly to ask about their inventory schedule and when results will be publicly available. You can also ask whether your specific address has been surveyed.
What You Can Do Now
Get your water tested. Even without a full utility inventory, you can have your water tested for lead. Testing is the only way to know if lead is present in your home's water. Factors like your home's age, plumbing materials, and water chemistry all affect lead levels—so results vary house to house.
Know your home. If your house was built before 1986, lead service lines are more likely. Homes built before 1950 are at higher risk. Contact your local health department or your utility for guidance on testing.
Stay informed. Keep an eye on your utility's website or contact them periodically for updates on inventory completion.
Health Questions
Lead exposure is a real health concern, especially for children and pregnant people. If you're worried about health effects, talk to your doctor or contact the CDC's lead information line. Do not rely on this page for health guidance.
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Next Steps for Residents
- Call ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL to ask about their lead service line inventory timeline and whether your address has been surveyed.
- Contact your local health department or water utility to request a free or low-cost water test for lead.
- If your home was built before 1986, learn more about your plumbing materials and consider testing as a precaution.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL have lead in the water?
The utility has not yet published a lead service line inventory, so the current status is unknown. Lead can only be confirmed through water testing. Contact the utility or your local health department to arrange a test of your specific water.
When will ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL complete their lead inventory?
No completion date has been published. Call the utility directly to ask about their timeline and current progress.
What should I do if I think I have a lead service line?
Get your water tested first—testing is the only way to know if lead is actually present in your home. If levels are elevated, ask your utility about replacement programs or financial assistance options.
Is it safe to drink the water right now?
The utility has not reported elevated lead levels in its public water, but individual homes may have lead exposure from service lines or internal plumbing. Testing your tap water is the best way to know your home's risk.