MUSKOGEE CO. RWD #5 Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Muskogee County Rural Water District #5 serves approximately 4,135 people in Oklahoma. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Status
As of now, this water system has not yet completed an inventory of its lead service lines. The utility is required under federal law to identify and report on lead service lines in its distribution system, but no inventory data has been published or made available to the public yet.
This does not mean there are no lead service lines in the system—it means the assessment work is still underway or pending.
What You Should Do
If you live in this service area, your home may have a lead service line connecting it to the water main. Lead service lines were commonly used for water connections before the 1980s, though some existed into the 1990s.
To find out if your home has one:
- Contact Muskogee Co. RWD #5 directly and ask about the material of the service line at your address.
- You can also request a copy of their lead service line inventory plan or timeline.
- If the utility cannot confirm your line is non-lead, assume it may contain lead and take precautions (see below).
Protecting Your Home in the Meantime
Even without a completed inventory, you can reduce lead exposure:
- Run water before drinking or cooking. Let cold water flow for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using it for drinking, cooking, or baby formula. This clears potentially contaminated water that has been sitting in pipes.
- Use cold water. Hot water dissolves lead faster than cold water. Always use cold water for drinking and cooking.
- Have your water tested. Contact your local health department or a certified lab to test your tap water for lead. Some utilities offer free testing.
- Check your fixtures. Old brass faucets and fixtures can contain lead. Consider replacement if your home was built before 1986.
If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or doctor about lead exposure risks.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call your water utility and ask for the status of their lead service line inventory and any available results for your address.
- Request a copy of their lead service line replacement plan or timeline.
- Have your water tested through your county health department or a certified lab.
- Run your water before drinking or cooking until you know your service line material.
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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 home has a lead service line in Oklahoma?
Contact Muskogee Co. RWD #5 directly with your address and ask about your service line material. You can also have a licensed plumber inspect it, or check if your home was built before the 1980s (when lead lines were more common). The utility should have or be developing records on this.
Is lead in water dangerous for children?
Lead is harmful to children's brain development and learning. Talk to your pediatrician about testing and protection steps. The CDC and EPA both have resources on reducing lead exposure in drinking water.
What should I do if I think I have a lead service line?
Run water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, use only cold water for drinking and cooking, and have your water tested. Contact a licensed plumber about replacement options and costs if you want to remove the lead line entirely.
Can I get my lead service line replaced for free?
Some utilities offer cost-share or replacement programs. Contact Muskogee Co. RWD #5 to ask if they have any lead service line replacement assistance or grants available to customers.