FRANKLIN WATER WORKS Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Franklin Water Works serves 31,602 people in Kentucky (PWSID: KY1070144). The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Status
Franklin Water Works has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not finished identifying which homes and buildings in its service area are connected to the water main through lead pipes.
Federal law requires all water systems to locate and inventory lead service lines by October 2024. If you live in the Franklin Water Works service area and haven't heard from your utility about lead pipes yet, an inventory process may be underway.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines are one of the most common sources of lead in drinking water. If your home was built before 1986, there's a higher chance your service line (the pipe connecting the water main to your house) contains lead. Even if the line itself is safe, corrosion inside it can release lead into your water.
The first step toward fixing the problem is identifying where these lines exist. Once Franklin Water Works completes its inventory, residents will know whether their homes need testing or replacement.
What You Can Do Now
While you wait for the inventory results:
- Contact the utility directly to ask about the timeline for completing their lead service line inventory and when results will be shared.
- Test your water if you're concerned. Many state health departments offer low-cost or free testing kits.
- Reduce potential exposure by running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if your home hasn't been used for several hours.
- Check your home's age and records. If your house was built before 1986, your service line is more likely to be lead.
If you have young children or are pregnant, the CDC recommends discussing water safety with your pediatrician or doctor.
Next steps for residents
- Contact Franklin Water Works to ask when their lead service line inventory will be complete and how results will be shared
- Request information about whether your specific address has been inventoried
- Consider getting your water tested through your state health department
- Ask about lead treatment or service line replacement programs if your home is identified as having a lead line
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 my home has a lead service line?
The only reliable way is through your water utility's lead service line inventory or a professional inspection of the pipe entering your home. You can contact Franklin Water Works to ask if your address has been inventoried yet.
Is lead in water dangerous for children?
Lead exposure can affect children's development and learning. If you're concerned about your child's exposure, talk to your pediatrician. For detailed health information, visit the CDC website.
Can I drink my tap water while Franklin Water Works completes its inventory?
Tap water from public systems is generally safe, but lead service lines pose a specific risk. Running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking can help. If you're concerned, ask the utility about their water quality testing or get your water tested independently.
What happens after lead service lines are identified?
The utility typically notifies residents and may offer testing, treatment, or replacement programs. Some utilities receive federal funding to help with replacements. Contact Franklin Water Works for details about programs in your area.