RALEIGH WATER DISTRICT Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
Raleigh Water District serves approximately 4,500 people in Oregon. The system draws water from surface sources (rivers, lakes, or reservoirs).
Lead Service Line Status
The district has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines. As of now, no data on lead pipes is publicly available through this directory.
Under federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule), all water systems must identify and maintain records of lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to homes. This helps utilities and residents understand potential exposure risk and plan replacements.
What this means for you: If your home was built before 1986, there's a higher statistical chance your service line contains lead. The safest way to know your home's status is to contact the district directly (see below).
What You Can Do
Contact Raleigh Water District to ask:
- Whether your specific address has a known lead service line
- If they can test your water for lead
- What options exist for having your line replaced
- Whether any utility assistance programs are available
If the district doesn't have records yet, a licensed plumber can often identify the material of your service line by visual inspection at the meter or where the line enters your home.
Getting Your Water Tested
Even without a confirmed lead line, you can request a free or low-cost water test through the district. Lead levels in water depend on multiple factors—pipe material, water chemistry, and how long water sits in pipes. Testing is the only way to know if lead is actually entering your tap water.
If a test shows lead above 15 parts per billion (the EPA action level), the district is required to help you take corrective steps.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact the utility: Call or email Raleigh Water District to ask about your service line and water testing options.
- Have your home inspected: If you want to know your service line material now, a plumber can check for you.
- Get a water test: Request one from the district or through a certified lab.
- Learn more: Visit the EPA's lead and copper rule page for federal requirements and resources.
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?
Contact Raleigh Water District and ask if your address is on their records as having a lead line. If they don't have that information yet, a licensed plumber can often identify the material by looking at the pipe where it enters your home or at the meter.
Is lead in the water dangerous?
Lead exposure is a real health risk, especially for young children and pregnant people. For specific health guidance, contact your pediatrician or call the CDC at 1-800-CDC-INFO. The only way to know if lead is in your water is to get it tested.
Can I get my lead service line replaced?
Yes, but it's a bigger project—both the public and private portions of the line may need work. Contact Raleigh Water District to ask about their replacement timeline and any financial assistance programs that might help cover costs.
What should I do while I wait for a replacement?
Run cold water from your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, flush ice-maker and refrigerator filters regularly, and consider using a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal while you sort out a longer-term solution. Get your water tested to see what you're dealing with.