CITY OF DENHAM SPRINGS WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
The City of Denham Springs Water System serves approximately 25,725 people in Louisiana. The system draws water from groundwater sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
As of now, this water system has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not yet published a count of how many lead pipes connect homes to the main water line in their service area.
Federal law requires all water systems to identify and report on lead service lines. If you live in Denham Springs, your water utility is responsible for conducting this inventory and making the results available to you.
What This Means for Your Home
Without a completed inventory, you won't find your address listed on a public map showing whether your home has a lead service line. However, this does not mean your water is lead-free—it means the data isn't public yet.
If your home was built before 1986, there's a higher statistical chance it has a lead or galvanized service line. The best way to know your home's status is to contact the water utility directly and ask about your specific address.
How to Get Answers
Contact the City of Denham Springs Water System directly to ask:
- Whether they have completed their lead service line inventory
- If your home address has been surveyed
- What the results are for your property
- Whether replacement programs or water testing assistance is available
The utility can often tell you based on:
- Records of when your home was built
- Historical installation records
- Visual inspection of your property (the portion you can see)
If You're Concerned About Lead
A simple water test can tell you whether lead is present in your tap water right now. The CDC recommends testing if your home has a lead or galvanized service line, or if you have a child under six. Your water utility may offer free or low-cost testing kits.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact your water utility and ask for your home's lead service line status and any available inventory data
- Request a water test if you're concerned, especially if your home was built before the 1986 ban on lead pipes
- Check back periodically as utilities are required to complete inventories and share results over time
- Consult your pediatrician if you have health concerns about lead exposure in children
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does the City of Denham Springs have lead in the water?
A lead service line inventory has not yet been publicly released by this water system. To find out if lead is present in your tap water, contact the utility directly or request a free water test.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact the City of Denham Springs Water System with your address. They may have records based on when your home was built or can provide guidance on how to check. Homes built before 1986 are at higher risk.
Is lead service line replacement funded in Louisiana?
The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides funding for lead pipe replacement nationwide. Contact your water utility to ask about replacement programs, grants, or assistance available in your area.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead in my tap water?
Request a water test from your utility (often free) and consult your pediatrician if you have young children. In the meantime, running water for 30 seconds before use and using cold water for drinking and cooking can reduce lead levels.