AQUA PA FRIENDSHIP Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Need To Know
AQUA PA FRIENDSHIP serves approximately 8,800 people in Pennsylvania. The utility draws water from groundwater sources.
Current inventory status: The utility has not yet completed a lead service line (LSL) inventory. This means the count of lead pipes connected to homes and businesses in the system is not yet publicly available.
Why This Matters
A lead service line is a pipe made of lead that connects your home to the water main under the street. If your home has one, lead can leach into your drinking water—especially in homes with naturally acidic water or newer plumbing that hasn't formed a protective mineral coating.
The EPA requires all water utilities to identify and inventory these lines, but many systems are still completing this work. An inventory is the first step toward a replacement plan.
What Should You Do Now
Contact your water utility directly. Call or email AQUA PA FRIENDSHIP to ask:
- Does your specific address have a lead service line?
- When will the inventory be complete?
- Are there any interim steps you should take (like flushing, testing, or using a filter)?
You can also request a copy of their lead service line replacement plan, which should outline their timeline for removing lead pipes.
Get your water tested. If you're concerned about lead, a simple water test costs $15–30 and gives you a baseline. Many county health departments or local labs offer testing. The EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline can help you find a lab near you.
Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if anyone in your home is pregnant, nursing, or under six years old—these groups face higher risk from lead exposure.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact AQUA PA FRIENDSHIP to ask about your address's service line status and when the full inventory will be available.
- Request a copy of the utility's lead service line replacement plan and timeline.
- Consider having your tap water tested for lead by a certified lab.
- Visit the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule page for more background on utility obligations.
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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 house has a lead service line?
Contact your water utility and ask about your specific address. They may have records even if the full inventory isn't complete. You can also look at your water meter pit (usually under a metal cover in your yard) — lead pipes are soft, gray, and leave a mark if scratched with a coin.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead has no safe level of exposure, especially for children and pregnant people. It can affect brain development, learning, and behavior. For specific health concerns, talk to your doctor or call the CDC's lead hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO.
What can I do right now to reduce lead in my tap water?
Flush your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking (longer if the line to your meter is long), use cold water for cooking and drinking, and ask your utility about interim corrosion control measures. A pitcher filter or faucet-mounted filter certified for lead can also help.
When will my utility finish the lead inventory?
The EPA requires completion by 2024 for most systems, but timelines vary. Contact AQUA PA FRIENDSHIP directly to ask their specific deadline and current progress.