NORTH RIVER/MILL CREEK WATER SERVICE DIS Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
NORTH RIVER/MILL CREEK WATER SERVICE DIS serves approximately 4,417 people in North Carolina and draws its water from groundwater sources.
Lead service line inventory status
This water system has not yet completed an inventory of lead service lines in their distribution system. As of the most recent available data, no lead service line count has been reported to the state.
Under the federal Lead and Copper Rule, all water systems must identify which pipes delivering water to homes contain lead. This includes the "service line"—the pipe connecting the water main under the street to your home's water meter or the building itself. Lead service lines pose a genuine health risk, especially to young children and pregnant people, because lead can leach into drinking water over time.
What this means for your home
If you live in this service area and your home was built before 1986, there's a higher probability your service line contains lead. Homes built in the 1970s and earlier are at particular risk.
You can take steps right now:
- Have your water tested. A simple test costs $20–50 and tells you whether lead is present in your tap water. Contact your local health department or a certified lab.
- Flush your pipes before drinking. If water has sat in pipes overnight or longer, run the cold tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking or cooking. This removes water that may have absorbed lead while sitting still.
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water dissolves lead more readily than cold water.
Contact your utility
To ask about your specific address, request testing resources, or learn when a replacement program might begin, contact NORTH RIVER/MILL CREEK WATER SERVICE DIS directly. They can tell you whether your service line has been inspected and what options exist for replacement or remediation.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility to ask if your service line has been identified or tested
- Get your tap water tested by a certified laboratory
- If you have young children or are pregnant, discuss your water safety with your doctor or pediatrician
- Implement flushing and use cold water for drinking and cooking while awaiting further information
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 water has lead in it?
The only way to know is to test your water. Contact your water utility or local health department for affordable testing kits or certified lab referrals. Home test kits are also available online, though lab testing is more reliable.
What should I do if my water tests positive for lead?
First, continue flushing your pipes and use cold water for drinking and cooking. Then contact your water utility about whether your service line replacement is planned, and speak with your doctor or pediatrician, especially if children live in your home.
Can boiling water remove lead?
No. Boiling actually concentrates lead because water evaporates while lead remains. Use cold tap water and let it run for 30 seconds to 2 minutes if it has sat in pipes overnight.
Is lead in the water dangerous?
Lead in drinking water is a real health concern, particularly for children under age 6 and pregnant people. The CDC has more information on health effects and what to do if you're concerned about exposure.