WAIALEE-SUNSET BEACH Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
WAIALEE-SUNSET BEACH serves 4,916 people in Hawaii. Like all US water systems, this utility is required to identify and report on lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to homes.
Current status: This water system has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. No data on lead pipes, galvanized pipes, or non-lead pipes has been submitted to state regulators.
Why lead service lines matter
Lead service lines can leach lead into drinking water, especially in homes with acidic water or where pipes are corroded. Lead exposure has serious health effects, particularly for children and pregnant people. Even low levels can affect brain development.
The only way to fully remove lead from water delivered through a lead service line is to replace the pipe. Filters and water treatment reduce exposure but don't eliminate it.
What the utility should be doing
Federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule) requires water systems to:
- Identify which homes have lead service lines
- Test water quality and report results to customers
- Develop a plan to replace lead lines over time
WAIALEE-SUNSET BEACH has not yet reported completion of an inventory. This does not mean your water is unsafe—it means the assessment is still underway.
Funding for replacement
The federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allocated billions for lead pipe replacement nationwide. Check with your utility about whether funding is available in your area and what timeline they've set for replacements.
Next steps for residents
- Contact the utility directly. Call or email WAIALEE-SUNSET BEACH's customer service and ask:
- Request a water test. Many water systems offer free lead testing. Ask your utility.
- Talk to a pediatrician or your state health department if you're concerned about past exposure, especially for children under 6.
- Visit your state health department's website for Hawaii-specific guidance on lead in drinking water.
- "Do I have a lead service line?" - "When will the inventory be finished?" - "What is the replacement timeline?"
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does my home have a lead service line?
Contact WAIALEE-SUNSET BEACH directly—they are required to tell you. If your home was built before 1986, lead lines are more likely but not certain. The utility should have records or can test.
Is lead in my water right now?
The only way to know is to test. Ask your water utility for a free lead test, or buy a certified test kit. Many systems offer testing to customers at no charge.
Can I remove lead with a filter?
Certain filters (NSF-certified for lead) reduce lead in tap water, but they don't eliminate it completely and won't address lead from the service line itself. Pipe replacement is the permanent solution.
When will my utility replace lead lines?
Federal law requires replacement, but timelines vary. Call your utility and ask about their replacement plan and timeline—and whether they've received federal funding to speed up the work.