HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Need to Know
HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES serves about 14,000 people in Florida. Like all US water systems, this utility is required by federal law to test for lead and maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to homes.
Current Inventory Status
As of now, this utility has not yet completed a full lead service line inventory. The inventory count is zero, which means either the survey is underway, not yet started, or the results haven't been published.
This doesn't mean there's no lead risk in your pipes—it means the utility hasn't yet documented which homes have lead service lines. Many older water systems across the country are still in the process of completing these inventories.
What You Can Do Right Now
Contact your utility directly to ask:
- Whether they've begun mapping lead service lines in your neighborhood
- If they have records of when your home was built and what materials were used for your service line
- Whether they offer free or low-cost lead testing for tap water
You can also take steps to reduce lead exposure while you wait for more information:
- Have your water tested for lead. Many utilities offer this free; some health departments do as well.
- Run your tap water for 30 seconds each morning before drinking or cooking (flushes out stagnant water sitting in pipes overnight).
- Use cold tap water only for drinking and cooking—hot water leaches more lead from pipes.
If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or OB-GYN about lead exposure. The CDC has evidence-based guidance on reducing risk in homes with unknown service line status.
Why Inventories Matter
Lead service lines pose real health risks, especially to young children and pregnant people. By inventorying these lines, utilities can plan replacements and inform residents. Federal funding is now available to help replace lead service lines nationwide, so knowing what you have is the first step toward fixing it.
Next steps for residents
- Contact HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES to ask about your service line material and their inventory timeline
- Request a free lead test for your tap water if available
- If you have young children, discuss lead exposure risk with your pediatrician
- Check back on this page or with your utility for updated inventory information
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES have lead in the water?
The utility hasn't yet completed a full lead service line inventory, so there's no public count of lead pipes serving homes. The best way to know if *your home* has a lead service line is to contact the utility with your address, or have your tap water tested for lead.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Call HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES and ask about your property—they may have records of when your home was built and what pipe material was used. You can also request a free or low-cost lead water test from the utility or your local health department.
Is lead in my water safe for kids?
No safe level of lead has been identified, especially for young children and pregnant people. If you're concerned about exposure, contact your pediatrician or the CDC for guidance on testing and risk reduction.
When will HCWRD/SEABOARD UTILITIES finish mapping lead pipes?
The utility's timeline isn't public yet. Contact them directly to ask when they expect to complete their lead service line inventory and when results will be available to residents.