MERRIMACK VILLAGE DIST Lead Service Line Inventory
Merrimack Village District serves about 25,500 people in New Hampshire. Like all US water systems, it is required by federal law to identify and publicly report lead service lines—the pipes that carry water from the main water line to individual homes.
What you need to know
Lead service lines are a real concern because lead can leach into drinking water, especially in homes with acidic water or older plumbing. The good news: if you know whether your home has one, you can take steps to protect your family.
Status: Merrimack Village District has not yet completed or published a lead service line inventory. This does not mean the system has lead pipes—it means the data-gathering work is still underway or not yet made public.
What this means for your home
Your home may have a lead service line if it was built before the 1980s. The system cannot tell you definitively until the inventory is finished. In the meantime:
- You can test your water. A lead test costs $20–50 and takes a few days. Contact your local health department or a certified lab for a kit.
- You can reduce exposure now. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking. Use only cold water for drinking and cooking (hot water pulls more lead from pipes). Consider a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal if you're concerned.
- You can ask your utility. Contact Merrimack Village District directly and ask whether they have records of your service line material. Older paper records sometimes exist even before a formal inventory.
When will the inventory be public?
Federal law requires all water systems to complete lead service line inventories, but deadlines vary. Merrimack Village District has not yet published a completion date or a detailed plan.
Contact the utility directly for the most current timeline and to ask about your specific address.
Next steps for residents
- Call or email Merrimack Village District to ask the status of their lead service line inventory and whether they have records for your address.
- If concerned, request a water test for lead from a certified lab or your local health department.
- Run water briefly before drinking or cooking if your home is older or you're not sure about your service line.
- Check the EPA's lead and copper rule page for updates on national requirements.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Merrimack Village District have lead in the water?
The district has not yet published a complete lead service line inventory, so a definitive answer isn't available yet. Lead pipes are a concern in older homes, but testing your water is the fastest way to know if lead is present in your home.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Contact Merrimack Village District directly with your address—they may have records even before publishing the full inventory. You can also have a plumber inspect the line where it enters your home, or request a water test for lead.
Is it safe to drink the water right now?
The safest approach is to test your water and run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking. If you're concerned about lead, use cold water only and consider a certified lead-removal filter while you wait for more information.
When will Merrimack Village District finish their lead inventory?
The district has not yet publicly announced a completion date. Contact them directly to ask about their timeline and any interim steps they're taking to identify lead service lines.