Lead Service Lines in BROAD CREEK, Maryland
BROAD CREEK serves about 26,000 people in Maryland. If you're concerned about lead in your drinking water, here's what you need to know about this water system.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the underground pipe that connects your home to the water main in the street. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a chance your service line contains lead. Water sitting in these pipes overnight or for several hours can pick up lead, especially if your water is naturally acidic.
BROAD CREEK's lead service line inventory status
BROAD CREEK has not yet completed a public inventory of lead service lines in its service area. This means the utility hasn't published a count of how many lead lines it knows about, how many have been replaced, or how many remain unknown.
The Safe Drinking Water Act requires all water systems to complete and share these inventories. If your utility hasn't published one yet, it's either still gathering data or hasn't met the deadline. Either way, you won't find a searchable list on this site—but that doesn't mean there are no lead lines in the system.
What you can do now
Contact BROAD CREEK directly. Ask them:
- Whether they've started their lead service line inventory
- If they can tell you whether your specific address has a lead service line
- What their timeline is for publishing the full inventory
- Whether they offer free or subsidized replacement programs
Your utility is required by law to provide this information. If they can't tell you about your own service line, ask for the contact information of whoever can.
Get your water tested
The most reliable way to know if lead is reaching your tap is a simple water test. You can:
- Buy an inexpensive lead test kit at a hardware store
- Contact your local health department for testing resources
- Ask BROAD CREEK if they offer free testing
If you have young children or are pregnant, this is especially worth doing—the CDC has specific guidance on lead exposure risk for these groups.
Next steps for residents
- Call BROAD CREEK and ask about lead service lines at your address
- Request a copy of their lead service line inventory plan, even if it's not finished yet
- Get your water tested if you live in an older home
- Check the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791) if you have questions about your water system
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 I have a lead service line?
Your water utility can tell you if your home has one. You can also look at the pipe where it enters your house—lead is soft, gray, and leaves a mark if you scrape it gently with a coin. The most reliable way to be sure is to ask your utility or have a plumber inspect it.
Is the water in BROAD CREEK safe to drink?
BROAD CREEK tests drinking water regularly for lead and other contaminants. If lead is present, it usually comes from older pipes in homes, not from the main water system. Contact the utility directly for their latest water quality report (called a Consumer Confidence Report).
What should I do if my home might have a lead service line?
First, contact BROAD CREEK to find out if your address is known to have one. Then consider testing your water and having a plumber inspect the service line. Replacement programs may be available through your utility or state.
Can I replace my lead service line myself?
Service line replacement usually requires coordination with your utility and should be done by a licensed plumber. Contact BROAD CREEK to ask about their replacement assistance programs or financing options.