UNIVERSITY OF IDAHO Water System Lead Service Line Inventory
What you're looking at
The University of Idaho water system serves about 8,589 people. Like all US water systems, it is required to maintain an inventory of lead service lines — the pipes that connect the main water line under the street to individual buildings.
This page shows what that utility has reported to regulators about lead in their water infrastructure. The information comes from official filings and is updated periodically, but may not reflect the latest work on the ground.
What we know right now
The University of Idaho has not yet inventoried their service lines. This means they either have no confirmed lead service lines on record, or the inventory process is still underway. This does not mean your building is safe or unsafe — it means the utility has not yet completed the public mapping required by federal law.
If you live or work in a building served by this system, you have a right to know whether your service line contains lead. Your best source for current information is the utility itself.
What to do next
Contact the University of Idaho water system directly and ask:
- Whether your specific address has a lead service line
- When they expect their full inventory to be complete and public
- What testing options they offer for residential customers
You can also request their most recent water quality report (called a "Consumer Confidence Report"), which contains additional details about water safety.
Health concerns
If you're worried about lead exposure — especially if there are children in your home — talk to your doctor or pediatrician. The CDC provides guidance on lead and health at cdc.gov/lead. A water test can tell you whether lead is present in your water; a service line inventory tells you about the pipe infrastructure.
Next steps for residents
- Contact the University of Idaho water utility to ask about your address
- Request their most recent Consumer Confidence Report
- If you have young children or are pregnant, discuss water safety with your doctor
- Consider a water test if you want to know your home's current lead levels
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does the University of Idaho have lead service lines?
The utility has not yet completed a public inventory of their service lines, so we don't have confirmed counts. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address.
Is it safe to drink water from the University of Idaho system?
That depends on your building's service line and internal plumbing. A water test can tell you if lead is present in your tap water. Talk to your doctor if you have health concerns, especially with young children.
How do I find out if my building has a lead service line?
Contact the University of Idaho water utility with your address. They can tell you what material your service line is made of, or they can arrange a test.
When will the University of Idaho finish their lead inventory?
Federal law requires all utilities to complete lead service line inventories, but deadlines vary. Contact the utility to ask for their timeline.