Lead Service Lines at Sauquoit Knolls Golf Course

What you need to know

Sauquoit Knolls Golf Course water system serves 55 people and has completed an inventory of its lead service lines (the pipes that carry water from the public main into buildings).

Current status:

• 1 lead service line confirmed
• 10 lines of unknown status (not yet tested or verified)
• 1 non-lead line confirmed
• 12 total lines inventoried

What this means for residents and employees

A lead service line can leach lead into drinking water, especially if water is corrosive or if the line is old and deteriorating. Even low levels of lead exposure over time can be harmful—this is why the EPA requires water systems to identify and replace these pipes.

At this water system, 1 confirmed lead line represents about 8% of the inventoried connections. The bigger concern is the 10 lines still marked unknown—those need follow-up testing or inspection to determine whether they are lead, galvanized steel (which can also contain lead), or safe materials.

Lead exposure risks are real but manageable. If you live or work here, you can take steps now without waiting for full replacement.

What you can do

Know your line's status. Contact Sauquoit Knolls Golf Course directly to find out whether your service line has been tested and what material it is made of. If it's unknown, ask what the system plans to do next.

Use a water filter in the meantime. NSF-certified filters (look for NSF/ANSI Standard 42 or 53) can reduce lead if your line is confirmed or suspected to be lead. Point-of-use filters on your tap are fast and low-cost options.

Get your water tested if you're concerned. A certified lab test (not a home kit) is the only way to know if lead is actually in your water. Your state health department or local water utility can refer you to a lab.

For health questions: If you or a family member has concerns about lead exposure, contact your doctor or the CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO.

Next steps for residents

• Contact the water system at Sauquoit Knolls Golf Course to request your service line status and the timeline for testing/replacement of unknown lines.
• Ask about their replacement plan — find out whether they have funding and a schedule for replacing confirmed lead lines.
• Consider a water filter while you wait for system upgrades or clarification.
• Have your water tested by a certified lab if anyone in your household is at higher risk (young children, pregnant people, immunocompromised individuals).

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