Lead Service Lines at ARBOR HILLS WATER WORKS
What you need to know
ARBOR HILLS WATER WORKS serves 180 people in New York. The utility has completed an inventory of water service lines and found 17 confirmed lead service lines among the 229 lines surveyed. Another 2 lines remain of unknown material. The remaining 210 lines are non-lead.
A lead service line is the pipe that connects your home to the water main buried under the street. If yours is made of lead, water can pick up lead as it travels to your tap—especially in water that sits overnight or in homes with older plumbing.
What this means for you
If your home is one of the 17 with a confirmed lead line, you should take steps to reduce lead exposure right away. If your line's material is unknown, it's worth finding out. The utility has this information on file.
Lead exposure is a real health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. Even low levels matter. The CDC recommends that anyone concerned about lead levels in their water contact a pediatrician or local health department.
You have options:
- Get your water tested: A simple test shows whether lead is actually in your water at home. Results depend on your specific plumbing and water chemistry.
- Use interim measures: Running water for 30 seconds before drinking, using a refrigerator pitcher, or installing a point-of-use filter can reduce lead exposure while you plan longer-term solutions.
- Replace the line: This is the only permanent fix. Your utility may offer programs or rebates to help with costs.
Next steps for residents
- Contact ARBOR HILLS WATER WORKS directly and ask whether your service line is lead. They have this information and can tell you your status.
- Request your utility's lead service line inventory and any replacement plan they've developed. By law, they must make this available.
- If your line is lead, ask what financial assistance programs exist in your area—some utilities and states offer grants or low-interest loans for replacement.
- Get your water tested by a certified lab if you want to know your home's actual lead levels. Your local health department can recommend one.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 229 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Contact ARBOR HILLS WATER WORKS and ask them directly—they have an inventory showing which lines are lead. You can also request to see their lead service line map or report. If you're unsure how to reach them, your water bill usually has contact information.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead can be harmful, especially to children and pregnant people, even at low levels. Whether lead is actually in your water depends on your specific home's plumbing and water chemistry. A water test will tell you for sure, and your pediatrician or the CDC can explain health effects.
What should I do if I have a lead service line?
Start by testing your water to see if lead is actually present. While you plan replacement, simple steps like running water before drinking or using a pitcher filter can help. Replacing the line is the only permanent fix—contact your utility to learn about financial assistance programs.
Does the water utility have to replace lead lines?
Federal law requires water systems to replace lead lines over time, but timelines vary. Ask ARBOR HILLS WATER WORKS about their replacement schedule and whether any funding or cost-sharing programs are available to help residents.