CLERMONT PUBLIC WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Clermont Public Water System serves approximately 133,059 people in Ohio. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
As of now, this water system has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not yet disclosed how many lead service lines connect homes to the water main, or what proportion of the system they represent.
Under the 2021 federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (BIPARTISAN Infrastructure Law), all US water systems were required to develop and publish lead service line inventories by October 2024. Clermont Public Water System may still be working on this inventory, or the data may not yet be publicly available online.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines are the most common source of lead in drinking water. If your home was built before 1980—especially before 1950—there's a higher chance your connection uses lead or galvanized steel pipe that can leach lead. You don't need to wait for the full inventory to take action.
What You Can Do Right Now
Test your water. A simple test costs $20–$40 and tells you whether lead is present in your tap water at home. Contact your local health department or visit the EPA's testing guide for labs near you.
Ask your utility directly. Call or email Clermont Public Water System and ask:
- Whether your address is on a lead service line
- What the system recommends for reducing exposure
- Whether they offer free or reduced-cost testing
Reduce exposure while you investigate. If you're concerned about lead, use cold tap water for drinking and cooking (hot water can leach more lead). Let water run for 30 seconds before collecting it if the tap hasn't been used for several hours.
If a child is involved, talk to your pediatrician. The CDC has guidance on lead exposure in children.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact Clermont Public Water System to ask about your property's service line material
- Get your water tested through a certified lab in Ohio
- Review the EPA's consumer guide to lead in drinking water
- Keep an eye on the utility's website for when the full lead inventory becomes public
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Clermont Public Water System have lead in the water?
It depends on your home's service line and internal plumbing. The system has not yet published a lead service line inventory. The best way to know if your tap water contains lead is to test it yourself through a certified lab.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Call Clermont Public Water System and give them your address—they should be able to tell you what material connects your home to the water main. You can also have a plumber inspect the line, or get your water tested to see if lead is present.
Is it safe to drink water from Clermont Public Water System?
The system treats water to reduce lead, but the safest approach is to test your own tap water. Lead risk depends mostly on your home's plumbing, not the treatment plant. If you're worried about your family's health, speak with your doctor or pediatrician.
When will Clermont Public Water System finish its lead service line inventory?
The inventory was required by October 2024, but not all systems have published data yet. Contact the utility directly to ask when they expect to release their findings, or check their website periodically.