Lead Service Lines in Brick Township, New Jersey
Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority (BRICK TOWNSHIP MUA) serves approximately 86,898 residents across the township. If you're concerned about lead in your drinking water, here's what you need to know about your water system's lead service line inventory.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the pipe that connects your home to the public water main under the street. These pipes were common in homes built before the 1980s. Water can pick up lead as it travels through the pipe, especially if the water is acidic or sits in the pipe for hours.
What does Brick Township MUA's inventory show?
Brick Township MUA has not yet completed a comprehensive inventory of lead service lines in the system. The utility currently reports zero known lead service lines, but this likely reflects the early stage of their assessment work rather than the absence of lead pipes in the community.
New Jersey requires all water systems to complete lead service line inventories by 2026. Most utilities in the state are still in the process of identifying which homes have lead pipes—it's a multi-year project that involves records searches, field surveys, and testing.
What should you do if you're worried about lead?
Test your water. Brick Township MUA can tell you whether your home is served by a lead service line. Contact the utility directly (see contact information below) and ask:
- Does my address have a known lead service line?
- What's the status of your lead inventory for my property?
You can also get a simple, inexpensive water test kit to check for lead in your tap water. The EPA's "Water System Advisor" tool and your county health department can direct you to certified testing labs.
Use a filter if you're concerned now. Certified lead-reducing filters (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) work if installed correctly on your kitchen tap. Follow instructions carefully.
Talk to your doctor if you have a young child and lead concerns. Pediatricians can discuss exposure risk and recommend testing if appropriate.
Next steps for residents
- Contact Brick Township MUA to ask whether your home has a lead service line and request updates on their inventory progress.
- Get your water tested through a certified lab if you want to know your current lead level.
- Use a certified filter on your kitchen tap while you await utility confirmation of your service line material.
- Stay informed by checking the utility's website or NJ Department of Environmental Protection updates on lead service line replacement timelines.
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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 I have a lead service line?
Contact Brick Township MUA and provide your address. They can tell you based on their inventory records and historical plumbing data. You can also have a plumber inspect the pipe where it enters your home—lead pipes are soft, dull gray, and can be scratched with a coin.
Is lead service line water safe to drink?
It depends on water chemistry and how long water sits in the pipe. The only way to know your water's lead level is to test it. Even if you have a lead pipe, proper water treatment and flushing can reduce lead, but replacement is the permanent solution.
When will Brick Township replace lead service lines?
New Jersey requires utilities to finish their inventories by 2026. Once the utility knows where lead lines are, they'll develop a replacement plan and timeline. Contact the utility to ask about their specific schedule and whether you're eligible for assistance.
Are there grants to help replace my lead service line?
New Jersey and federal programs (including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) fund lead service line replacement. Ask Brick Township MUA about available programs and how to apply for cost-sharing or full replacement assistance.