Lead Service Lines in Central Florida Research Park
About this water system
Central Florida Research Park serves about 9,200 people in Florida. Like all U.S. water utilities, it is required by federal law to identify and inventory lead service lines—the pipes that connect the public water main to individual homes.
A lead service line is a direct pathway for lead to enter your drinking water, especially in homes built before 1986 when lead pipes were common. Even small amounts of lead exposure can affect health, particularly in children and pregnant people.
What we know about lead lines here
As of our last update, Central Florida Research Park has not yet completed a public inventory of lead service lines. This means the utility either hasn't finished its assessment, or the data isn't publicly available yet.
This is not unusual. Many smaller water systems are still in the early stages of mapping their pipes. Federal rules require utilities to complete inventories and develop replacement plans, but timelines vary by system size and funding.
How to find your home's status
Your best source for answers is the water utility itself. Contact Central Florida Research Park directly and ask:
- Does my address have a lead service line?
- What's the timeline for completing the inventory?
- Are there any interim steps to reduce lead exposure (like water testing or flushing)?
The utility may have partial data even if a full public inventory isn't posted yet.
If you're concerned about lead exposure
If you have young children or are pregnant, the CDC recommends testing your tap water for lead. A simple test costs $20–$50 and takes a few days.
In the meantime, you can:
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water leaches more lead from pipes)
- Flush the tap for 30 seconds before using water that's been sitting overnight
- Consider a point-of-use filter certified for lead reduction (look for NSF/ANSI Standard 53)
For health concerns, speak with your pediatrician or contact the CDC's lead hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility at Central Florida Research Park and ask about lead service lines at your address
- Request the current inventory status and timeline for completion
- Test your water if you have young children or are pregnant
- Ask about interim protective measures your utility recommends while awaiting full inventory data
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact Central Florida Research Park and provide your address. The utility is required to identify lead lines and can tell you if yours is affected. You can also have a plumber inspect the line where it enters your home.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous for kids?
Yes. The CDC states that lead exposure in children can affect learning, behavior, and development. Even low levels matter. If you have young children, ask your pediatrician about testing your water and a blood lead test.
What removes lead from tap water?
Water filters certified for lead reduction (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) work at the tap or pitcher level. Boiling does not remove lead. For the most reliable solution, the utility must replace the lead service line.
Will the water company replace my lead service line?
Federal rules now require utilities to replace lead lines, but timelines and cost-sharing vary by system. Contact Central Florida Research Park to ask about their replacement program and whether residents pay part of the cost.