Lead Service Lines at CAMP WOODHAVEN
What you need to know
CAMP WOODHAVEN serves 214 people in New York. Your water system has identified 2,201 lead service lines and is still assessing the remaining pipes.
A lead service line is the pipe that brings water from the main water line under the street into your home. If your service line contains lead, water can pick up lead particles as it travels to your tap—especially if the water sits in the pipe overnight or if your water is corrosive.
Current status of the inventory
Out of 24,139 total service lines assessed so far:
- 2,201 are confirmed lead
- 3,301 are non-lead (copper, plastic, or other safe materials)
- 18,637 remain unknown
This means about 77% of your system's pipes haven't been confirmed yet. Your water utility is still working to identify what the rest are made of.
What this means for your home
You may have a lead service line. The only way to know for sure is to contact CAMP WOODHAVEN directly and ask about your property address. The utility can tell you what material your service line is made of based on their records or inspection.
If you do have a lead service line, the good news is that you can reduce exposure immediately—even before it's replaced:
- Run your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking or cooking (longer if water has sat unused for 6+ hours)
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking; hot water pulls lead more easily from pipes
- Consider a pitcher filter or faucet filter certified to remove lead (look for NSF/ANSI Standard 53)
Next steps for residents
- Contact CAMP WOODHAVEN and ask if your service line contains lead. Provide your street address.
- Get your water tested if you're concerned. The EPA and your state health department can point you to certified labs.
- If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or doctor about your water source. Lead exposure affects young kids most.
- Ask about replacement programs. Some utilities offer free or low-cost lead service line replacement; yours may have funding available.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 24,139 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does CAMP WOODHAVEN's water have lead in it?
Lead is not added to the water intentionally. It enters from lead service lines—the pipes that connect your home to the main. CAMP WOODHAVEN has found 2,201 lead service lines so far; if yours is one of them, you can take steps to reduce exposure right now.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact CAMP WOODHAVEN with your street address. They have records or inspection data that show what material your service line is made of. You can also have a licensed plumber inspect it, or get your water tested.
Is it safe to drink the water if I have a lead service line?
Running your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking or cooking removes most lead that sits in the pipe. If you're pregnant or have young children, talk to your doctor. Lead replacement is the permanent fix.
Will CAMP WOODHAVEN replace my lead service line for free?
Contact the utility directly to ask about replacement programs or funding. Some utilities cover the cost fully or partially; others require cost-sharing. Programs vary by location and funding availability.