Lead Service Lines in STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT
STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT serves about 5,550 people in North Dakota. Like all US water systems, it is required by federal law to identify and report on lead service lines—pipes that connect homes to the water main.
What we know right now
The district draws water from groundwater sources. However, the district has not yet completed an inventory of its lead service lines. This means they haven't finished counting how many homes may have lead pipes, or what condition those pipes are in.
This is not unusual. Many rural water systems across the country are still in the early stages of inventory work. Federal rules give utilities time to complete this process, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) has provided funding to help systems do this work.
What this means for your home
If you live in the service area and are concerned about lead in your drinking water, you have a few practical options:
- Contact the district directly. Ask them whether they have information about your specific service line, or when their inventory will be complete.
- Request a free water test. North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality can provide guidance on testing, or your utility may offer testing.
- Consider a point-of-use filter. NSF-certified filters marked for lead removal can reduce lead in drinking water, though they don't address the underlying pipe problem.
Lead in drinking water is a real health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. However, most people do not get lead poisoning from tap water alone. Water travels quickly through pipes, so the longer water sits (overnight, or several hours without use), the more lead can dissolve. Running the tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking can help.
Next steps for residents
- Contact STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT to ask about your service line status and when the inventory will be available.
- If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or doctor about lead testing.
- Visit the EPA's lead and copper rule page for more information on what utilities must do.
- Check back on this page periodically—it will be updated once the district completes its inventory.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT have lead service lines?
The district has not yet completed an inventory, so the exact number is unknown. Contact the utility directly to ask whether they have information about your home's service line.
Can lead pipes make my family sick?
Lead in drinking water can be a health risk, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you're concerned. For medical guidance, contact the CDC or your local health department.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead in my tap water?
Run your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, have your water tested, and ask your utility whether they have information about your service line. NSF-certified filters marked for lead removal can also help reduce lead in drinking water.
When will STUTSMAN RURAL WATER DISTRICT finish its lead service line inventory?
The district hasn't published a completion date yet. Contact them directly to ask about their timeline, or check back here for updates.