LEBANON WATER DEPT Lead Service Line Inventory

Lebanon Water Department serves about 13,600 people in New Hampshire. Like all US water utilities, they are required by federal law to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the main water system.

What we know about Lebanon's inventory

As of now, Lebanon Water Department has not yet completed and publicly reported a lead service line inventory. This means either the utility is still conducting their survey, or the results haven't been added to public records yet.

The good news: federal law requires every water utility to finish this work. The bad news: there's no specific deadline for Lebanon, so the timeline varies by state and utility size.

Why this matters for your home

A lead service line is one way lead can enter your drinking water—but it's not the only way. Lead can also be in home plumbing, solder, or brass fixtures. Even if your street has no lead lines, your home may still have lead exposure.

If you live in Lebanon's service area, you don't need to wait for the official inventory to take action. You can:

• Ask your utility directly. Call Lebanon Water Department and ask if your address has a known lead service line. Utilities often have this information even before publishing a full inventory.
• Test your water. A simple test kit (available at hardware stores or through your health department) tells you if lead is actually present in your tap water right now.
• Use temporary fixes while waiting for replacement. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking. Use cold water only (hot water leaches more lead). Consider a pitcher filter or faucet filter certified for lead removal.

If you have young children or are pregnant, this is especially important—talk to your pediatrician about whether testing makes sense for your home.

Next steps for residents

• Contact Lebanon Water Department directly to ask about your address's service line status
• Request a free or subsidized water test from your local health department
• If lead is detected, ask your utility about replacement timelines and funding options
• Keep records of any testing or communication with the utility

Does Lebanon Water Department have lead service lines?

Lebanon Water Department has not yet published a complete lead service line inventory. The utility is required by law to complete this survey, but the timeline hasn't been publicly shared. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address.

How do I know if my home has a lead service line?

Call Lebanon Water Department and ask about your address. You can also look at the pipe where it enters your home—lead is soft, gray, and dull (not shiny like copper). If unsure, ask a plumber or the utility to inspect it.

Is lead in Lebanon's water supply right now?

We don't have current water quality test results listed here. Contact Lebanon Water Department to ask about their latest lead testing results, or request a free test from your local health department.

What should I do if I'm worried about lead?

Test your water (free or low-cost through your health department), use temporary fixes like flushing cold water before drinking, and ask your utility about your service line status. If you have young children, discuss testing with your pediatrician.