LONG CREEK WATER ASSN #2 Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
LONG CREEK WATER ASSN #2 serves approximately 3,977 people in Mississippi. The utility draws water from groundwater sources.
As of now, the utility has not completed a lead service line inventory. This means they have not yet identified which homes are connected to the water system using lead pipes—or whether any are. An inventory is a required first step for understanding lead risk in your area.
Why this matters
Lead service lines are pipes that connect your home to the public water system. If your home is connected by a lead line, water sitting in that pipe overnight or between uses can pick up lead. Even small amounts of lead exposure can affect children's development, so knowing whether you have a lead line is important.
A completed inventory helps both the water utility and residents understand the scope of the problem and plan replacements. Without one, there's no clear picture of how many homes might be affected or what timeline for action is realistic.
What's happening with your utility
LONG CREEK WATER ASSN #2 has not yet reported receiving federal funding under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (the bipartisan infrastructure law) to support lead service line replacement. They also have not submitted a lead service line replacement plan to the state.
This doesn't mean your utility is ignoring the issue—many smaller systems are still in the early stages of inventory work. But it does mean progress may be slower than in systems with dedicated funding and timelines in place.
What you can do right now
Contact your water utility directly to ask about their lead service line inventory status and timeline. This shows demand for action and helps them understand resident concern. You can also ask specifically:
- Do they know whether your address has a lead service line?
- When do they expect to complete their inventory?
- What funding or plans are in place for replacement?
If you're concerned about lead in your tap water, contact your doctor or pediatrician, or reach out to the CDC. They can advise you on testing your water and reducing exposure while you wait for answers from your utility.
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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 LONG CREEK WATER ASSN #2 have lead service lines?
The utility has not completed an inventory yet, so they don't publicly know. An inventory is the first step to identifying which homes may have lead lines. Contact your utility to ask about their progress.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Call LONG CREEK WATER ASSN #2 and ask them to check their records for your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line where it enters your home, though the full line is often buried underground.
When will they replace lead pipes?
The utility has not yet published a replacement plan. Since they're still completing their inventory, contact them directly to ask about timelines and whether they've received federal funding for replacements.
Is the water safe to drink right now?
If you're concerned about lead exposure, especially for children, contact your pediatrician or the CDC for guidance on testing and temporary steps like flushing your tap. Your utility is required to notify you if they detect lead above safe levels.