EVERGREEN WATER ASSOCIATION Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
Evergreen Water Association serves 3,462 people in Mississippi. Like all US water systems, it is required by federal law to identify and publicly report on lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main.
Current status: Evergreen Water Association has not yet completed a full inventory of its lead service lines. This means the utility is still in the process of locating and documenting which homes may have lead pipes.
Why this matters
Lead service lines are a health concern because lead can leach into drinking water, especially in homes with older plumbing or acidic water. Infants, young children, and pregnant people are most vulnerable. Even brief exposure can affect development and learning.
The good news: knowing whether your home has a lead service line is the first step to protecting your family. If you do have one, there are concrete actions you can take—from using a filter to having the line replaced.
What Evergreen Water Association is doing
Federal law requires all water systems to map their lead service lines by October 2024. Evergreen is part of this nationwide effort. The utility may be conducting door-to-door inspections, reviewing old service records, or sending surveys to customers to identify lead pipes.
Until the inventory is complete, you won't see a public map or list showing which streets or neighborhoods have lead lines. However, you can still take steps now to protect your household.
Next steps for residents
- Contact Evergreen Water Association directly at your earliest convenience. Ask whether your home has a lead service line and when the full inventory will be available. Ask for results in writing.
- Know your home's age. Lead service lines are more common in homes built before 1980, but they exist in newer homes too. The utility can help you find out.
- Use a certified lead filter on your tap if you're concerned while waiting for test results or replacement. NSF/ANSI Standard 53 filters remove lead.
- Get your water tested through your state health department or a certified lab. It costs $10–30 and gives you concrete data about lead levels in your home.
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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 Evergreen Water Association have lead in the water?
Evergreen Water Association has not yet completed its lead service line inventory, so the full picture is not public yet. Lead in drinking water typically comes from old lead pipes, not from the water source itself. Contact your utility to ask about your specific address and when results will be available.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call Evergreen Water Association and ask. They can check service records and may send someone to inspect the pipe at your meter or street connection. You can also hire a plumber to check, or use a magnet test as a quick screening (lead is not magnetic, so a magnet won't stick to a lead pipe).
Is lead service line replacement expensive?
Replacement typically costs $3,000–15,000 depending on depth and distance. Some states and utilities offer rebates or low-interest loans. Ask Evergreen Water Association if they have replacement assistance programs or if you qualify for help through your state.
What should I do right now if I'm worried about lead?
Use a water filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53, flush your tap before drinking (run cold water for 30 seconds), and consider getting your water tested. These steps reduce exposure while you wait for the inventory or arrange replacement.