RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC
Water System ID: MS0240194 Location: Mississippi Population Served: 4,834 Water Source: Groundwater
About lead service lines in your area
Lead service lines are pipes that connect your home's water meter to the main water line under the street. If your line is made of lead, drinking water can pick up lead as it travels through the pipe—especially in homes with older plumbing or where water sits overnight.
RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC serves about 4,800 residents. Whether your home has a lead service line depends on when your neighborhood was built and what materials were in use at the time. Lead pipes were common in construction before the 1980s, though they were used in some areas both before and after.
What we know about this water system
Right now, RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC has not published a complete inventory of which homes have lead service lines. Without this information, it's hard to know your own risk level without contacting the utility directly.
The utility uses groundwater, which is generally lower-risk for lead than surface water systems, but lead service lines are a plumbing issue, not a water source issue—so the source type doesn't change whether you might have one.
What you should do
The most direct way to know if you have a lead service line is to contact RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC and ask. Tell them your street address and ask whether your service line is lead, copper, plastic, or unknown. Many utilities have this information even if they haven't published it online yet.
You can also check with your city or county assessor's office, which sometimes keeps building records that note service line material.
If you're pregnant, nursing, or have young children, the CDC recommends testing your water for lead. Even if your service line isn't lead, older brass fittings or solder can leach small amounts of lead.
Next steps for residents
- Call RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC and ask about your service line material.
- Request a free water test if you have young children or are pregnant (ask if your utility offers this).
- Flush your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if water sits unused for more than 6 hours.
- Visit the CDC's lead and drinking water page for current guidance on testing and safety.
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 your water utility with your address and ask directly. Many utilities have records of service line material even if they haven't published them online. You can also check your city or county assessor's records.
Is lead in water an emergency?
Lead in drinking water is a real health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people, but it's manageable. Have your water tested if you're in a high-risk household, and take simple steps like flushing your tap. Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you have specific health concerns.
Can I remove lead from my tap water myself?
Some filters certified for lead removal (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) can reduce lead at your tap, but they require regular replacement. The most permanent solution is replacing a lead service line, which your utility or a licensed plumber can do. Check with your utility about replacement programs or financial help.
Does my water system have federal funding to replace lead lines?
Many water systems have received funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to identify and replace lead service lines. Ask RIVERBEND UTILITIES INC whether they have a replacement program and if you qualify for assistance.