AQUA OHIO - STRUTHERS Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
AQUA OHIO - STRUTHERS serves approximately 58,551 people in Ohio. The system draws its water from surface sources.
Lead Service Line Inventory Status
As of our last update, this water system has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. No data on the number of lead, galvanized, or non-lead service lines in the system is publicly available.
Why This Matters
A service line is the pipe that connects your home to the public water main. If it's made of lead, water can pick up lead as it travels from the main into your house. Even "lead-free" pipes can leach small amounts of lead if they contain certain brass fittings or solder.
Federal law requires all water systems to identify which homes have lead service lines by October 2024 (with some extensions possible). This inventory helps both the utility and residents understand where lead pipes exist so replacement can be prioritized.
What to Do Now
If you live in the AQUA OHIO - STRUTHERS service area, you have several options:
- Contact the utility directly to ask about your service line material. They may have records even if a full inventory isn't published yet.
- Request a water test. The utility can tell you how to collect a sample. A lead test costs little and takes a few days.
- Check your property records or home inspection report if you have one—older documents sometimes note service line material.
- Have a licensed plumber inspect your water meter or the exposed portion of the line entering your home (usually in the basement). Lead pipe is soft and gray; copper is reddish; PVC is white or gray plastic.
If testing shows lead above 15 parts per billion (ppb), use bottled water for drinking and cooking until the line is replaced or a treatment system is installed.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact AQUA OHIO - STRUTHERS to ask whether your property has a lead service line on file.
- Request a free or low-cost water test through your utility or local health department.
- If you rent, ask your landlord to provide records of the service line material.
- Have a plumber inspect the visible portion of your service line if you're unsure of its age or material.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my water has lead?
The only way to know is to test your water. Lead is colorless and odorless. Contact your water utility about free or low-cost testing, or order a home kit online. Results take a few days.
Should I be worried about lead in my tap water?
Not all homes have lead pipes, and not all lead pipes cause unsafe levels in water. A test will tell you what you're dealing with. The CDC recommends action if lead is above 15 ppb.
Can I remove lead from my water myself?
Some filters (certified NSF 53) reduce lead, but the safest long-term fix is replacing the lead service line. Talk to your utility about replacement programs or rebates in your area.
Is my water utility required to have a lead inventory?
Yes. Federal law requires water systems to complete an inventory of lead service lines by October 2024. Ask your utility when theirs will be ready and whether they have interim data.