Lead Service Lines in CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN

CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN serves about 5,705 people in Indiana. Like many older water systems across the US, it may have lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main in the street to homes. This page explains what we know about lead pipes in this system and what you can do.

What is a lead service line?

A lead service line is the underground pipe that carries water from the public water main directly into your home. Lead pipes were commonly installed before the 1980s because lead is easy to work with and doesn't rust. However, lead can leach into your drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or if pipes are old and deteriorating.

Even at low levels, lead exposure—especially for children under 6 and pregnant people—can affect brain development and health. The EPA and CDC recommend treating all lead service lines as a health concern.

What we know about CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN

CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN has not yet completed or publicly released a lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not published a count of how many lead, galvanized, or unknown service lines exist in its system.

This is not unusual. Many smaller water systems are still in the process of identifying their service lines. Federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions) requires all water systems to complete inventories by October 2024, with expanded inventories due by October 2026.

What you should do

Even without a public inventory, you have options:

Contact the utility directly. Call or email CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN and ask about your specific address—whether your service line is lead, galvanized, or plastic. They may have records even if they haven't published a full inventory.

Get your water tested. A simple test can detect lead in your tap water. If you have a lead or unknown service line, testing is especially important. Your utility may offer free testing; ask when you call.

Install a filter if needed. If your water tests high for lead, a certified lead-reducing filter (look for NSF/ANSI 53 certification) can help until your service line is replaced.

Replacement is the only permanent fix. Ask your utility about replacement programs, timelines, and whether they offer cost assistance.

Next steps for residents

• Contact CITIZENS WATER - MORGAN to ask about your service line material and request a water test.
• Visit the EPA's lead page (epa.gov/lead) for more on testing, filters, and health risks.
• Consult a pediatrician if you have young children and are concerned about lead exposure.
• Check back as the utility completes its inventory—results should be public soon.

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