HENDERSON CITY OF Water System Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Need to Know
Henderson City of serves 336,534 residents in Nevada. Like all US water systems, it's required by law to identify and track lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes.
Here's the current status: Henderson has not yet completed a full inventory of its lead service lines. This means the utility is still in the process of identifying which homes may have lead pipes. You won't find a public list of inventoried lines yet, but the work is underway.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines can leach lead into drinking water, especially in older homes or in water with certain chemical properties. Even low levels of lead exposure can affect children's development. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a higher chance your connection includes lead pipes.
The good news: You can take action now, regardless of inventory status. You don't need to wait for the utility's list.
What You Can Do Today
Contact Henderson City of directly. Call the utility and ask:
- When was your home built?
- What material is your service line made of?
- If they don't know, ask if they can inspect it or provide guidance on getting it inspected.
Have your water tested. A simple test costs $20–50 and shows whether lead is actually in your water. This matters because pipe material alone doesn't guarantee contamination—water chemistry plays a role too. Contact Henderson City of or a certified lab for testing.
Consider a filter if you're concerned. NSF-certified filters rated for lead reduction are widely available and relatively inexpensive while you investigate further.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact your water utility — Ask Henderson City of about your service line material and the timeline for their inventory completion.
- Get your water tested — A lead test will tell you if there's actual contamination in your home.
- Check your home's age — Homes built before 1980 are at higher risk; ask a realtor, assessor's office, or property records.
- Learn more from CDC — Visit cdc.gov for health guidance on lead exposure and children.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Henderson City of have lead in the water?
Henderson has not yet completed its full inventory of lead service lines. The utility is required by law to identify them, but the work is ongoing. The only way to know if lead is in your specific home's water is to get a test done.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Contact Henderson City of and ask about your service line material based on your address and home's age. If they don't have that information, you can hire a plumber to inspect the pipe where it enters your home or request the utility inspect it.
What should I do if I think my water has lead?
Get your water tested (costs $20–50) through a certified lab or your water utility. Don't wait for the inventory—testing is fast and will give you a definitive answer. If lead is detected, contact the utility and ask about treatment options.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead can affect children's development and health, even at low levels. For health concerns specific to your family, talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC. The CDC website has detailed information on lead exposure and steps to protect your family.