MILL RIVER WATER DISTRICT Lead Service Line Inventory
What this district has reported about lead service lines
MILL RIVER WATER DISTRICT serves 74 people in New York. The district has inventoried 3,067 service lines — the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes.
Here's what they found:
- 1 confirmed lead service line
- 409 unknown material (not yet confirmed as lead or safe)
- 2,657 non-lead service lines
What "unknown" means
Nearly 14% of this system's lines have unknown material. These pipes may or may not contain lead. Without testing or inspection, there's no way to know. The EPA requires water systems to identify and replace lead service lines, but determining what's in older pipes — especially if records are incomplete — takes time and money.
What you should do if you're a customer
If you live in this district:
1. Contact the utility directly to ask if your service line has been tested or identified. They can tell you if your property is among the confirmed lead lines, the unknown lines, or the safe ones. (The utility can provide contact info for MILL RIVER WATER DISTRICT.)
2. If your line is confirmed lead or unknown, ask about replacement options and any available assistance. Replacing a lead service line can be expensive; some utilities and states offer cost-sharing or grants.
3. Use an interim step if replacement is not immediate. Flushing your cold water line before drinking, using a refrigerator filter, or installing a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal can reduce exposure. The CDC has guidance on these methods.
4. Have your water tested if you're concerned. A simple test costs $20–50 and tells you whether lead is actually present in your tap water. Test results are more informative than pipe material alone.
Next steps for residents
- Call MILL RIVER WATER DISTRICT and ask your service line status (confirmed lead, unknown, or non-lead).
- If your line is unknown or lead, request a replacement timeline or ask about financial assistance.
- Consider having your tap water tested by a certified lab — your utility can recommend one.
- Visit the EPA's lead and copper rule page for federal requirements and homeowner resources.
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Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 3,067 |
|---|---|
| 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 your water utility directly and provide your address—they should have records or testing data on file. If records are incomplete, the utility may conduct a visual inspection or recommend professional testing. Older homes (built before the 1980s) are at higher risk, but age alone doesn't confirm lead.
Is my water safe if I have an unknown service line?
Unknown material doesn't automatically mean unsafe water, but it's unconfirmed. The best way to know is a simple lead test of your tap water, which costs $20–50 at a certified lab. Your utility can recommend labs in your area.
What should I do if my service line is lead?
Contact your utility to learn about replacement programs and financial assistance—many utilities offer cost-sharing or state grants for lead line replacement. While replacement is planned, use interim steps like flushing your cold water before drinking or installing a certified lead filter.
Will the water district replace my lead service line for free?
Replacement funding varies by utility and state. Some systems cover the full cost, others split it with the homeowner, and some have limited funds. Contact your utility to ask about their specific program and what you may qualify for.