DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS serves approximately 32,600 people in Kentucky. The system's primary water source is surface water.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
As of now, DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS has not completed a public lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not yet published a count of how many homes are connected to lead pipes, galvanized steel pipes, or other pipe materials.
Why this matters: Federal law requires all water systems to complete and maintain an inventory of lead service lines by October 2024. An inventory is the first step toward identifying which homes may need testing or pipe replacement. Without a published inventory, you won't know from public records alone whether your home has a lead service line.
What You Can Do Now
Even without an official inventory, you have options:
Find out if your home is affected. Contact DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS directly and ask whether your address has a lead service line. Utilities often have this information in their service records, even if they haven't published it yet.
Get your water tested. A simple test can tell you if lead is present in your tap water. The CDC recommends testing if you're pregnant, nursing, or have children under 6. Your water utility may offer free or subsidized testing—ask when you call.
Know the signs. Lead service lines are most common in homes built before 1986. If your home is older and you don't know your pipe material, that's a reason to ask your utility or a plumber.
Understand the actual risk. Lead in water is a real health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. But not every lead service line means lead in your water—it depends on factors like water chemistry and how long water sits in the pipe. A test is the only way to know.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS and ask if your address has a lead service line and whether they offer free water testing.
- Request their lead service line inventory plan and timeline for completion.
- If concerned about health effects, contact your pediatrician or the CDC's lead poisoning prevention page.
- Consider testing your water if you have young children or are pregnant.
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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 DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS have lead in their water?
The utility has not published a lead service line inventory yet, so it's unclear how many homes may be affected. The only way to know if lead is in your specific tap water is to have it tested. Contact the utility or a certified lab for a test.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call DANVILLE CITY WATER WORKS and ask them directly—they keep records by address. You can also have a plumber inspect your home, though utilities often know before you do.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Lead can harm brain development in young children and cause other health problems, especially with long-term exposure. For health concerns, talk to your doctor or pediatrician, or visit the CDC's lead information page.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead?
Start by testing your water—it's the fastest way to know your actual risk. Then contact your utility to ask about their timeline for completing their inventory and whether they offer replacement programs.