LEXINGTON PARK Lead Service Line Inventory
Lexington Park serves about 43,000 people in Maryland. If you're on this water system and wondering about lead in your pipes, here's what we know—and what comes next.
What We Know Right Now
Lexington Park draws water from groundwater sources. The utility has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means we don't have a count of how many homes are connected by lead pipes, galvanized pipes (which can corrode and release lead), or confirmed non-lead materials.
This is common. Federal law requires all US water systems to inventory their lead service lines by October 2024, so many utilities are still in the process.
What You Can Do Today
Contact your utility directly. Lexington Park's water department can tell you:
- Whether your home has a lead service line
- The age of your building (homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes)
- Whether they've tested your water for lead
- What actions they're taking to replace lead lines
You can also request a free or low-cost water test from the utility if you haven't had one recently. Home test kits are also available commercially.
Health and Next Steps
Lead exposure is a real concern—especially for young children—but it's preventable with the right information and action. If you have concerns about your family's health, talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC's lead information line.
The water utility's job is to manage the pipes; your job is to know your home's status and take precautions while replacements happen.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call Lexington Park water department and ask: "Do I have a lead service line?" Have your address ready.
- Request a free water test to check for lead in your home.
- Ask about replacement timelines if you learn you have a lead line—some systems offer accelerated programs.
- In the meantime, use cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water can leach more lead from pipes).
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 house has a lead service line?
Contact Lexington Park water department with your address—they can check their records. You can also look at your water bill or property deed, which sometimes lists pipe material. A plumber can inspect the line where it enters your home.
Is lead in Lexington Park water dangerous?
Lead exposure is a health risk, especially for children under 6. However, risk depends on whether your home has a lead line and your water's corrosivity. A free test from your utility or a certified lab will tell you if lead is actually in your water.
What should I do while waiting for a lead service line replacement?
Use cold water for drinking and cooking (lead leaches more into hot water), flush the line by running cold water for 30 seconds before filling a glass, and consider a pitcher filter certified for lead removal. Your pediatrician or local health department can advise further.
When will Lexington Park replace lead service lines?
Contact the utility directly to ask about their replacement schedule and whether they have funding or programs available. Federal funding is now available to accelerate replacements nationwide.