PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS serves approximately 89,073 people in New Hampshire. The utility draws its water primarily from surface sources. This page summarizes what is currently known about lead service lines in the system and where to find more information.
What Is a Lead Service Line?
A lead service line is the pipe that connects your home's water line to the main water distribution line under the street. If your home was built before 1986—especially before the 1950s—there's a higher chance your service line contains lead. Lead can leach into your drinking water, particularly if water is corrosive or if the pipes are old and deteriorating.
Current Inventory Status
As of now, PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS has not yet completed or publicly released a comprehensive lead service line inventory. This means specific counts of lead, galvanized, or unknown service lines are not available to the public yet.
Federal law requires all water utilities to create and maintain an inventory of lead service lines and share that information with customers. The deadline for completion depends on the utility's size and compliance schedule. If you'd like to know the timeline for your system, contact PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS directly.
What You Can Do Now
You don't need to wait for the full inventory to take action:
- Get your water tested. A simple test can tell you if lead is present at your tap right now. Contact your utility for a free or low-cost testing kit, or visit your local health department.
- Ask your utility directly. Call PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS and ask whether your specific address has a lead service line or galvanized pipe on record. Utilities often maintain partial records even before inventories are complete.
- Check your home's age and records. If your home was built before 1986, request service line records from your property deed, previous owners, or contractor records.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS to request information about your specific service line and ask when the inventory will be publicly available.
- Request a free water test kit from your utility or local health department.
- If your home was built before 1986, assume a lead service line is possible and take precautions (flush your tap, use cold water for drinking and cooking).
- Visit the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services for state-level guidance on lead in drinking water.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS have lead in the water?
A water test at your tap is the only way to know for sure. PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS can provide a free or low-cost test kit. Contact the utility directly to request one.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Call PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS and ask about your address. You can also check your home's deed, inspection records, or ask a plumber to inspect the pipes where they enter your home.
When will PENNICHUCK WATER WORKS finish its lead inventory?
Contact the utility directly for their timeline. Federal law requires utilities to complete inventories, but deadlines vary by system size and compliance schedule.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead in my water?
Request a water test from your utility, flush your tap before drinking, and use cold water for cooking and drinking. For health concerns, contact the CDC or your pediatrician.