LCPW - PEKARA SUBDIVISION
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
LCPW - PEKARA SUBDIVISION serves 3,711 people in Illinois. Like all US water utilities, it is required under the Lead and Copper Rule to identify and track lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main.
Current inventory status: This utility has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. No data on lead pipes serving this system has been publicly reported.
What This Means for Your Home
If you live in this service area, you don't know yet whether your home has a lead service line. A lead service line is a pipe made of lead metal that carries water from the street main into your house. Even new homes can have them, though they're more common in older neighborhoods.
Lead in drinking water is a genuine health concern—especially for young children and pregnant people. The CDC recommends testing your water if you're concerned, and taking steps like flushing your tap before drinking or cooking if a lead service line is present.
What Your Utility Should Be Doing
Federal law requires all water systems to:
- Inventory all known and suspected lead service lines
- Update this inventory regularly
- Share the results with customers
LCPW - PEKARA SUBDIVISION appears not to have completed this work yet. That doesn't mean there are no lead lines—it means the utility has not finished the survey and data collection required by law.
How to Find Out About Your Home
Contact your water utility directly. Ask:
- Does my address have a lead service line?
- Can you provide a map or list of affected areas?
- What is the timeline for completing the inventory?
- Are there any water quality reports available?
Even if the utility hasn't finished its full inventory, they may have partial records from meter replacement, repairs, or historical maps.
You can also check with your local health department or city clerk's office, which sometimes maintains older plumbing records.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact LCPW - PEKARA SUBDIVISION directly and ask about your home's service line status.
- Request a free or low-cost water test from your utility if you're concerned about lead.
- Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you have questions about health impacts.
- Check back on this page for updates as the utility completes its inventory.
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 and ask directly. They should have records or be completing an inventory. You can also look at the water pipe entering your home's foundation—lead is soft, dull gray, and will leave a mark if scratched with a coin. But a professional inspection is more reliable.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead can cause serious health effects, especially in children under 6 and pregnant people. If you're concerned about health, talk to your pediatrician or doctor, or contact the CDC for guidance.
What can I do if I have a lead service line?
You can flush your tap before drinking, use a certified lead-reducing filter, or replace the line (often expensive). Your utility may offer replacement programs or financial assistance. Contact them to ask about options.
Why hasn't my utility finished the lead inventory yet?
Inventories are complex and time-consuming, especially for utilities that haven't kept detailed records. Federal law requires completion, so contact your utility to ask about their timeline.