EPCOR Water New Mexico Inc Clovis: Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
EPCOR Water New Mexico Inc Clovis serves approximately 41,066 people in the Clovis area. The utility draws water from groundwater sources.
As of now, the utility has not completed a public inventory of lead service lines in its system. This does not mean there are no lead lines—it means the data has not yet been cataloged or made available to residents.
Why this matters
Lead service lines are pipes that connect your home's water meter to the main water main under the street. If your home was built or connected before the 1980s, there's a reasonable chance your line contains lead. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if water is acidic or sits in pipes overnight.
Even low levels of lead exposure can affect children's development. If you have young children or pregnant household members, this is worth taking seriously.
What EPCOR Water New Mexico Inc Clovis is (or isn't) doing
The utility has not yet published an inventory of known lead, galvanized, or unknown service lines. Without this data, it's harder for residents to know whether they're at risk—and harder for the utility to plan replacements.
Many water systems across the country are still working through federal grant programs (like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) to fund lead line replacement. If your utility receives this funding, replacement work typically begins in neighborhoods with the highest lead concentrations.
Next steps for residents
- Contact EPCOR Water directly and ask:
- Test your water if you're concerned. Contact your utility for a free or low-cost test kit, or use an EPA-certified lab.
- Use interim precautions while waiting for answers: run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking, don't use hot tap water for cooking or infant formula, and consider a pitcher filter (NSF-certified for lead reduction).
- Check with CDC (cdc.gov/lead) for child health guidance if lead exposure is a concern.
- Does your address have a lead service line? - When will an inventory be published? - Are there any lead replacement programs available to your area?
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does EPCOR Water New Mexico Inc Clovis have lead service lines?
The utility has not published a public inventory yet, so the exact number is unknown. Many older homes in the area may have lead lines. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Your service line connects your meter to the main under the street. If your home was built before the 1980s, it's more likely to contain lead. Ask your water utility, check city records, or hire a plumber to inspect it.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Lead has no safe level. It can affect brain development in children and cause health problems at any age. For health concerns, talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC.
What can I do right now to reduce lead exposure?
Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking, avoid hot tap water for cooking or baby formula, and consider using a pitcher filter certified for lead. These are short-term steps while you work with your utility on long-term solutions.