Lead Service Lines at Lutheran General Hospital
Lutheran General Hospital serves about 3,400 people in Illinois. Like all water systems in the US, it is required by federal law to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that carry water from the main water line to individual buildings.
What we know right now
As of our last update, Lutheran General Hospital has not yet completed its lead service line inventory. This does not mean there are no lead lines. It means the system is still in the process of identifying which service lines contain lead.
The federal deadline for most water systems to finish their inventories was October 2024. Delays are common, especially for smaller systems. If your building is connected to this water system, you may not yet have official confirmation of whether your service line contains lead.
What you can do now
Contact the water system directly. Ask Lutheran General Hospital:
- Whether they have completed any portion of their lead service line inventory
- The status of their efforts to identify lead lines
- Whether they have plans or funding to replace lead service lines
- How to find out what material your service line is made of
You can also:
- Have your water tested for lead by a certified lab (EPA maintains a list of accredited labs by state)
- Use point-of-use filters certified to reduce lead (NSF/ANSI Standard 53)
- Flush your cold-water tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking
If you have young children or are pregnant, speak with your pediatrician or doctor about lead exposure risk in your area.
Next steps for residents
- Contact Lutheran General Hospital's water department to ask for the current status of their lead service line inventory
- Request information about your specific service line material
- Consider getting your water tested for lead
- If you use well water, have it tested for lead at least once
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Lutheran General Hospital have lead service lines?
The water system has not yet completed its lead service line inventory, so it's unclear which service lines contain lead. Contact the utility directly to ask about your building's service line and the status of their inventory efforts.
Is it safe to drink water from Lutheran General Hospital?
Water systems are regularly tested for safety. If you're concerned about lead specifically, you can have your water tested by a certified lab or use a filter certified to reduce lead (NSF/ANSI Standard 53). Talk to your doctor if you have health concerns.
How do I find out if my service line has lead?
Contact Lutheran General Hospital's water department and ask about your building's service line material. You can also have your water tested for lead by a certified laboratory.
What should I do if my service line is lead?
Flush your tap before drinking, consider using a certified lead-reduction filter, and minimize boiling water (which concentrates lead). Contact your water utility about replacement options and any available funding programs.