BERWYN Lead Service Line Inventory
Berwyn serves about 57,250 people in Illinois. Like all US water utilities, Berwyn is required to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main. This page explains what that means for you and how to find out if your home is affected.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the underground pipe that carries water from the public water main into your home. In many older cities, including parts of Illinois, these lines were made of lead because it was cheap and easy to work with. Lead can dissolve into drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or sits in the pipe for hours.
If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a higher chance your service line contains lead—but the only way to know is to test or check your utility's inventory.
What Berwyn has inventoried
As of now, Berwyn has inventoried 0 service lines. This does not mean your home doesn't have a lead service line; it means the utility's inventory is still being developed or has not yet been publicly reported. The EPA requires all water systems to complete a full inventory by October 2024, so Berwyn may have additional data that hasn't been published here yet.
How to find out about your home
Contact Berwyn directly to ask:
- Whether your address has a known lead service line
- If your service line material is unknown or uncertain
- What testing or replacement options are available
You can also hire a licensed plumber to inspect the service line on your property (the part you own, from the meter inward).
Next steps for residents
- Contact Berwyn water utility to request information about your specific address and service line material.
- Ask about free or discounted testing if your water utility or state offers it.
- Get your water tested if you have young children or pregnant household members; lead affects developing brains.
- Use a filter certified to remove lead (NSF/ANSI 53) as a temporary measure while you investigate.
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Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Berwyn have lead service lines?
Berwyn serves 57,250 people and is required to maintain a lead service line inventory, but the current inventory shows 0 lines cataloged. Contact the utility directly for information about your address, or call your local health department.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Check with Berwyn water utility using your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the service line on your property, or look at the pipe where it enters your home—lead is a soft, dull gray metal that leaves a mark if scratched.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead exposure is a health concern, especially for children and pregnant people. Contact your pediatrician or the CDC website for guidance on testing and prevention. A water test can tell you if lead is present in your tap water.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead?
Start by contacting Berwyn to ask about your service line. Have your water tested by a certified lab. Use a lead-removal filter (NSF 53) on your tap, and run water for 30 seconds before drinking if pipes have been idle for several hours.