CLAREMONT WATER DEPT Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
Claremont Water Dept serves approximately 9,000 people in New Hampshire. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead service line inventory status
As of now, Claremont Water Dept has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its distribution system. This means the utility has not publicly reported how many lead pipes connect homes to the main water line, or what percentage of the system may be affected.
This is not unusual. Many smaller water systems across the country are still in the early stages of lead pipe identification. Federal law requires all water systems to complete inventories, but utilities have different timelines depending on their size and resources.
What this means for your home
If you live in Claremont and your home was built before 1986, there is a higher statistical chance your service line contains lead or lead-bearing materials. Lead service lines were common in US water systems until the 1980s.
The only way to know for sure is to:
- Contact Claremont Water Dept directly and ask about your address
- Request a water quality report if one is available
- Have your water tested by a certified lab (typically $15–50)
Lead is a health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. If you're worried about exposure, talk to your doctor or contact the CDC for guidance.
Getting answers from your utility
Claremont Water Dept is the best source for specific information about lead in your area. You can ask them:
- Does my address have a lead service line?
- What is the age of pipes on my street?
- Do you have a lead replacement program?
- Can you provide recent water test results for my area?
Contact information and inventory links (if available) can usually be found on the utility's website or by calling their customer service line.
Next steps for residents
- Call or email Claremont Water Dept and ask if your address has a lead service line
- Request a water quality report if you haven't received one recently
- Get your water tested if you're concerned; a certified lab can check for lead
- Consider a point-of-use filter rated for lead removal as a short-term measure while you gather 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 house has a lead service line in Claremont?
Contact Claremont Water Dept directly with your address. They may have records or can send someone to check the pipe at your property line. You can also ask if your street was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead pipes.
Is Claremont's water safe to drink?
Water systems are required to test for lead regularly. Ask Claremont Water Dept for their latest water quality report. If you're concerned about lead in your home's pipes specifically, consider testing your tap water through a certified lab.
What should I do if I think I'm exposed to lead?
Contact your doctor or pediatrician, especially if you have young children. The CDC website has detailed guidance on lead exposure and health effects. Your utility can also provide water testing information.
When will Claremont finish its lead service line inventory?
Federal law requires completion, but timelines vary by utility size and resources. Contact Claremont Water Dept to ask about their completion date and any replacement programs they're planning.