Lead Service Lines in IL AMERICAN-PEKIN
What you should know
IL AMERICAN-PEKIN serves about 31,731 people in Illinois. The utility draws its water from groundwater sources.
Current inventory status: As of now, IL AMERICAN-PEKIN has not yet completed a comprehensive inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means the utility is still in the process of identifying which homes and buildings are connected to the water main by lead pipes—a project required under the Lead and Copper Rule.
Why this matters
A lead service line is the pipe that carries water from the street main into your home. If yours is made of lead, drinking water can pick up lead particles, especially in homes with older plumbing or when water sits in pipes overnight.
Lead exposure is a real health concern, particularly for children and pregnant women. Even small amounts can affect development and learning. The only way to know for certain if your home has a lead service line is to either:
- Contact your water utility and ask
- Have a plumber inspect the pipe where it enters your home (it looks like a dull gray metal)
- Request a free or low-cost water test from your utility
What IL AMERICAN-PEKIN is doing
Federal law requires all water systems to map out lead service lines and develop a plan to replace them. IL AMERICAN-PEKIN is working to meet these requirements. Until the inventory is complete, the utility may not have published a detailed replacement schedule or timeline.
The best source for current information on your home's service line is always the utility itself. They have records of the pipes installed when your home was connected.
Next steps for residents
- Contact IL AMERICAN-PEKIN directly and ask if your address has a known lead service line
- Request a water test through your utility if you're concerned about lead levels in your home
- Have a licensed plumber inspect the service line where it enters your home if you want visual confirmation
- Check with the CDC or your pediatrician about health concerns related to 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
Does IL AMERICAN-PEKIN have lead in the water?
Lead can enter water through lead service lines and old plumbing. IL AMERICAN-PEKIN is currently identifying which homes have lead service lines. Contact the utility directly to learn about your home's service line and request a water test.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call IL AMERICAN-PEKIN and ask about your address. You can also have a plumber look at the pipe where water enters your home—lead pipes are dull gray and can be scratched with a coin. A water test can also help identify lead.
Is it safe to drink tap water from IL AMERICAN-PEKIN?
IL AMERICAN-PEKIN tests its water to meet federal safety standards. However, if you have a lead service line or old plumbing, lead can still enter water inside your home. Contact the utility for a free or low-cost water test to know your home's specific situation.
When will IL AMERICAN-PEKIN replace lead service lines?
The utility is still completing its lead service line inventory, which is the first step in planning replacements. Contact IL AMERICAN-PEKIN for their current timeline and any replacement programs or funding that may be available to residents.