Lead Service Lines in Kuna City of Water System
The City of Kuna serves about 32,000 people in Idaho. If you're concerned about lead in your water, this page explains what we know about your water system's lead service line inventory—and what you can do next.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the pipe that connects your home to the water main under the street. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a chance your service line contains lead. When water sits in a lead pipe overnight or for several hours, lead can leach into your drinking water.
Lead exposure—especially for young children and pregnant people—can cause serious health problems. The CDC has information on lead and health.
What do we know about Kuna's service lines?
The City of Kuna has not yet inventoried its lead service lines. This means the utility does not have a public count of how many homes have lead, galvanized (which can also contain lead), or non-lead service lines.
Many water systems across the US are still in the early stages of identifying their lead infrastructure. The EPA's Lead and Copper Rule requires all utilities to complete inventories by 2024, so Kuna is working toward that deadline.
How can you find out about your home?
Your best option is to contact the City of Kuna directly and ask:
- Does my address have a lead service line?
- What material is my service line made of?
- If unknown, when will the inventory be available?
They may have records even if a public inventory isn't posted yet.
You can also ask a licensed plumber to inspect the service line at your property line—this is a reliable way to know for certain.
What if my service line is lead?
If you have a lead service line, the most effective long-term solution is replacement. In the meantime, you can reduce exposure by:
- Running water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking (if the water hasn't been used for several hours)
- Using cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water leaches more lead)
- Getting your water tested by a certified lab
The EPA's My Water's Lead Service Line Tool has more information.
Next steps for residents
- Contact the City of Kuna public works or water department to ask about your service line material
- Request an update on when the lead service line inventory will be complete and public
- If you have young children or are pregnant, consider having your water tested for lead at a certified lab
- Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you have health concerns about lead exposure
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 I have a lead service line?
Contact your water utility (City of Kuna) with your address and ask directly. They may have records from when your home was connected. A licensed plumber can also inspect your service line at the property line to confirm the material.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Yes, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. Lead can affect brain development and cause other serious health problems. Talk to your doctor or call the CDC for health advice.
What can I do right now if I'm worried about lead?
Use cold water for drinking and cooking, run water for 30 seconds if it hasn't been used for hours, and consider having your water tested by a certified lab. These steps reduce exposure while you work on long-term solutions.
When will Kuna's lead service line inventory be public?
Contact the City of Kuna directly to ask when they expect to complete and release their inventory. The EPA requires all utilities to finish inventories by 2024.