WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY Lead Service Line Inventory
Wright State University serves about 8,948 people through its private water system in Ohio. Like all water systems across the US, it is required by the EPA to test for lead and maintain an inventory of lead service lines — the pipes that connect the public water main to individual buildings.
What we know about this water system
Wright State University draws water from groundwater sources. The university has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory, or the results are not yet available online. This doesn't mean there's no lead present — it means the inventory work is either underway or not yet shared publicly.
The EPA requires all water systems to:
- Identify which service lines are made of lead
- Test water at the tap in buildings served by lead lines
- Develop a plan to replace lead service lines over time
How to find out if your building has lead service lines
Contact Wright State University's water department directly. Ask for:
- A copy of the lead service line inventory
- Whether your specific building (dorm, office, lab, residence) has a lead service line
- The most recent lead test results from your building's tap water
If you live or work in a building served by a lead line, the university should be testing your water regularly and can share those results with you.
If lead is found in your water
Lead in drinking water is a real health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. The CDC recommends:
- Using a certified lead filter if your building has a lead service line
- Running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if the line hasn't been used for several hours
- Using cold water for cooking and drinking (hot water can increase lead leaching)
For specific health questions, speak with your doctor or call your local health department.
Next steps for residents
- Contact the water department. Email or call Wright State University's facilities or water system office and ask for the lead service line inventory and your building's status.
- Request recent tap water test results if your building is served by a lead line.
- Ask about replacement plans. Find out if the university has a timeline for replacing lead service lines.
- Check the EPA's water quality report. The university publishes an annual "Consumer Confidence Report" with lead testing data — request a copy if you haven't seen it.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Wright State University water have lead?
The university's lead service line inventory is not yet publicly available. Contact the water department directly to find out if your building has a lead service line and to request recent tap water test results.
How do I know if my dorm or office has a lead service line?
Ask Wright State University's facilities or water system office for the lead service line inventory. They can tell you whether your specific building is served by a lead line.
Is it safe to drink water from a lead service line?
Lead service lines can leach lead into water, especially if water sits unused for hours. If your building has one, use a certified lead filter, run water before drinking, and use cold water for cooking. Talk to your doctor about health concerns.
When will Wright State replace lead service lines?
The university's replacement timeline is not listed in available records. Contact the water department to ask about their lead line replacement plan and expected completion dates.