CITY OF SALISBURY Lead Service Line Inventory
The City of Salisbury water system serves about 30,343 people in Maryland. Like all US water utilities, Salisbury is required to identify and track lead service lines—the pipes that carry water from the main water line under the street to individual homes.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is a pipe made partly or entirely of lead that connects your home to the public water main. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or if the pipe is old and deteriorating. Lead service lines were common in homes built before the 1980s.
What does Salisbury's inventory show?
The City of Salisbury has not yet completed a public inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means the utility has not yet disclosed how many lead lines it has identified, how many are galvanized steel (which may contain lead), or how many are confirmed lead-free.
If you want to know whether your home has a lead service line, contact the City of Salisbury water utility directly. They may be able to tell you based on:
- Your property's age and location
- Records of previous water line repairs
- An inspection of the line (visible at the meter or property boundary)
Next steps for getting answers
The inventory page on this site will update once Salisbury publishes its data. In the meantime:
- Call the utility. Ask specifically: "Do you have a record of my home's service line material?" Provide your address.
- Check your meter. If you can access the water meter on your property or in your basement, a magnet will not stick to lead—so if a magnet sticks, it's likely galvanized steel, not lead.
- Ask about water testing. If you're concerned, Salisbury may offer free or low-cost lead testing of tap water.
If your home does have a lead service line, replacement is the only permanent fix. Ask your utility about financing options or rebate programs.
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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 Salisbury have lead in the water?
The City of Salisbury has not yet published a complete lead service line inventory. To know if lead is a risk at your home, contact the utility directly with your address, or ask about getting your tap water tested.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact the City of Salisbury with your address—they may have records. You can also inspect the visible part of your service line (usually at the meter) with a magnet; lead won't attract it, but galvanized steel will.
Is it safe to drink tap water from a lead service line?
Lead levels depend on the water's acidity, the pipe's age, and usage patterns. The only way to know is to have your tap water tested. Contact your utility or the Maryland Department of Health for testing resources.
What should I do if I find a lead service line at my home?
Replacement is the only permanent solution. Contact the City of Salisbury about replacement programs, costs, and financing. In the meantime, run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, and use cold water for baby formula.