AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM serves about 822,600 people across Pennsylvania. Like all public water systems in the US, it is required to maintain and publicly report information about lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the water main.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the water pipe that runs from the public water main under the street to your home. If your service line is made of lead, drinking water can pick up lead as it travels through that pipe. Lead exposure is a serious health concern, especially for children and pregnant people. The only way to fully remove this risk is to replace the service line with a lead-free pipe.
What we know about AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM's lead service lines
AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM has not yet reported detailed inventory data on lead service lines to the public. This means the utility has not yet provided information about how many lead service lines they know about, how many they've replaced, or what their replacement plans are.
This is not unusual—many utilities across the country are still in the process of completing their inventories. Under federal law, utilities must create a complete service line inventory by October 2024 and update it annually. You can contact AQUA PA directly to ask about their timeline and progress.
What you can do now
Even without utility-level data, you can take steps to protect your household:
- Contact AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM to ask about your specific address. The utility can tell you whether your service line is lead, galvanized steel, copper, or unknown. Request this information in writing if you want a record.
- Test your water. Get a lead test kit from your local health department or order one online. Boiling water does not remove lead.
- Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water dissolves lead faster. Run your tap for 30 seconds before using water for drinking or cooking.
- Check with your pediatrician if children in your home drink tap water regularly. The CDC has guidance on lead exposure.
Next steps for residents
- Call or email AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM and ask about the lead service line status at your address
- Request a copy of the utility's lead service line inventory when it becomes available
- Have your water tested by a certified lab
- Contact your local health department for testing resources and guidance
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 your water utility with your address. They can look up your service line material in their records. If records are unavailable, you can hire a plumber to inspect the pipe where it enters your home, or test your water for lead.
Is lead in my water dangerous?
Lead has no safe level of exposure, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. It can affect brain development and learning. Talk to your pediatrician or call the CDC for guidance on your situation.
Can I remove lead from my tap water myself?
Boiling does not remove lead. NSF-certified filters labeled for lead removal can reduce lead in drinking water, but replacement of the service line is the only permanent fix.
Does my water utility have to replace my lead service line?
Most utilities are required to replace lead service lines, but timelines and cost-sharing vary. Contact AQUA PA MAIN SYSTEM to ask about their replacement program and whether you qualify for assistance.