PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Should Know
PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 serves approximately 31,731 residents in Florida. The utility draws water from groundwater sources.
The current status: The utility has not yet completed an inventory of lead service lines in its distribution system. This means there's no public count yet of how many homes may have lead pipes connecting to the water main.
Why This Matters
A lead service line is the pipe that carries water from the public water main into your home. If your home was built before 1986—particularly before the 1970s—there's a higher chance your service line contains lead. Lead can leach into your water, especially if the water is corrosive or if pipes are disturbed during repairs.
Federal law now requires all water systems to inventory their lead service lines and share that information with the public. PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 is still working on this requirement.
What Happens Next
Water systems must complete their lead service line inventories by set federal deadlines. Once PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 finishes, the results will become public. You'll be able to see whether your address is on a lead service line, a galvanized steel line (which may also pose risks), or a non-lead line.
In the meantime, the utility should have information about:
- Whether your home's service line is lead (many systems have partial records from previous work)
- How to request a free or subsidized water test
- Whether you qualify for replacement funding under federal or state programs
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact your utility at PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 to ask about your specific address and whether they have any existing records of your service line material.
- Request a water test if you're concerned—most utilities offer these free or low-cost.
- Check your home's age and construction records; homes built before 1986 are at higher risk.
- Follow CDC guidance on water testing and lead safety at cdc.gov/lead.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 have lead in the water?
The utility has not yet completed its lead service line inventory, so a public count isn't available. Lead risk depends on whether your home's service line—the pipe connecting your house to the main—is made of lead, which is most common in homes built before 1986. Contact the utility to ask about your address.
How do I know if I have a lead service line?
Contact PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 directly and ask about your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line entering your home, or request a water test through the utility.
What should I do if my home has a lead service line?
Have your water tested (the utility can usually arrange this), use cold water for drinking and cooking, and consider replacement. Federal and state funding programs may help pay for lead line replacement—ask your utility about eligibility.
Is lead service line replacement expensive?
Full replacement can cost $3,000–$25,000 depending on your property, but federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds are now available to help. PALM BEACH COUNTY SYSTEM 11 can tell you what programs you qualify for.