Saint Anthony Village Lead Service Line Inventory
Saint Anthony Village serves about 9,500 people in Minnesota. Like water systems across the US, the utility is working to identify and manage lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the public water main.
What we know about Saint Anthony Village's lead service lines
The utility has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its system. This means the total number of lead lines serving homes in the area is currently unknown.
An inventory is the essential first step. Once a water system knows how many lead service lines exist and where they are, it can plan replacements and communicate directly with affected residents.
Lead in drinking water: the basics
Lead service lines are a primary source of lead in home drinking water. When water sits in a lead pipe overnight or for several hours, small amounts of lead can dissolve into the water. Infants, young children, and pregnant people are at highest risk from lead exposure.
If you're concerned about lead in your home's water, the safest immediate steps are:
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water dissolves lead more readily.
- Run the tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking, especially if water hasn't been used for several hours.
- Have your water tested if you want to know your home's lead level. Contact your utility for a free or low-cost test kit.
For health questions—particularly if you have children or are pregnant—talk to your doctor or call the CDC's lead hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO.
What happens next
Minnesota requires water systems to complete lead inventories and publish them publicly. Saint Anthony Village is responsible for identifying all lead service lines in its system and creating a plan to replace them.
You can stay informed by:
- Contacting the utility directly to ask about their timeline for completing the inventory
- Asking whether your address is on a lead line or in an area where they're likely
- Requesting information about any replacement programs or financial assistance
Next steps for residents
- Contact Saint Anthony Village to ask about the status of their lead service line inventory and learn if your home may be served by a lead line.
- Request a free water test from the utility if you want to check your home's lead level.
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking and run your tap before use—simple, effective steps you can take now.
- Talk to your doctor if you have health concerns about lead exposure, especially for young children.
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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 Saint Anthony Village have lead service lines?
Saint Anthony Village has not yet completed a full inventory, so the total number of lead service lines is unknown. The utility is working to identify and map all lead lines in the system.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact Saint Anthony Village directly with your address. They can tell you whether your home is served by a lead line or if testing is recommended. You can also request a free water test to check your home's lead level.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead can be harmful, especially to babies, young children, and pregnant people. The best way to reduce exposure now is to use cold water for drinking and cooking and run the tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before use if water has been sitting.
When will Saint Anthony Village replace lead service lines?
The utility has not yet published a replacement timeline. Contact them directly to ask about their lead service line replacement plan and any funding or assistance available to residents.