SALISBURY TWP WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
What You Need to Know
Salisbury Township Water System serves approximately 8,522 people in Pennsylvania. Lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main in the street to your home—are a potential source of lead in drinking water. This page tells you what the utility has publicly reported about lead lines in its system.
Current inventory status: The utility has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. As of now, no data is available on how many lead lines serve this system or where they are located.
Why This Matters
Lead can leach into water if pipes corrode. Children and pregnant people face the greatest health risks from lead exposure. Even low levels can affect brain development. The only way to know if your home is served by a lead line is to check with the utility or have a professional inspect your water pipes.
What Salisbury Township Is Required to Do
Federal law requires all water utilities to:
- Develop a complete inventory of lead service lines
- Make that inventory available to the public
- Create a plan to replace lead lines
Your utility is still developing this information. There is no legal deadline that has already passed, but utilities across the country are working to complete inventories over the next several years.
What You Can Do Right Now
You don't have to wait for the utility's full inventory to take action:
- Contact the utility directly. Ask if your address is served by a lead service line. Salisbury Township Water System should have records of your property.
- Get your water tested. An inexpensive test ($20–50) can tell you whether lead is present in your tap water right now. Contact the utility for a list of certified labs, or call your county health department.
- Reduce lead exposure at home. Until you know your line material, use cold water for drinking and cooking, flush your pipes in the morning if they've sat unused overnight, and consider a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal.
If you're concerned about your child's health, speak with a pediatrician or contact your local health department.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call Salisbury Township Water System and ask whether your property has a lead service line.
- Request a copy of their lead service line inventory plan and timeline.
- Test your tap water through a certified lab.
- Check the utility's website periodically for updates on the inventory and replacement program.
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 Salisbury Township Water System directly—they maintain records of which lines are lead. You can also have a plumber inspect the pipe where it enters your home, though the full line runs underground. A water test can tell you if lead is leaching into your drinking water.
Is lead in water dangerous for kids?
Yes. Lead can harm children's brain development even at low levels. If you're concerned about your child's health, talk to your pediatrician. For health questions, contact the CDC or your local health department.
When will Salisbury Township finish its lead line inventory?
There is no specific deadline listed yet. Contact the utility directly to ask about their timeline and when they expect to complete and publish the inventory.
Can I replace my lead service line myself?
No. Lead line replacement requires a licensed plumber and must comply with state and local codes. Some utilities offer cost-sharing or replacement programs; contact Salisbury Township Water System to ask what help is available.