Lead Service Lines at LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST
LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST serves 8,425 people in Pennsylvania through a surface water system. This page explains what we know about lead service lines (the pipes that bring water from the street into homes) at this utility, and what you can do to protect your household.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is a pipe made of lead that connects your home to the water main under the street. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if the water is corrosive or if the pipe is old and deteriorating. Lead exposure is a serious health concern, particularly for young children and pregnant people.
What we know about this water system
LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines. The utility has not reported how many lead lines exist in its service area, how many are made of galvanized steel (which can also pose risks), or how many are confirmed to be lead-free.
This doesn't mean there are no lead service lines — it means the data is still being gathered or not yet made public. Federal law (the Lead and Copper Rule Revision) requires all water systems to complete lead service line inventories by October 2024.
What should you do now?
Get your water tested. If your home was built before 1986, it is more likely to have a lead service line. You can request a free or low-cost test through your water utility or use a certified private lab.
Contact your utility directly. Ask LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST whether your address has a known lead service line, and request information about their inventory progress and replacement timeline.
Consider temporary actions. While awaiting test results or replacement, you can reduce lead exposure by running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, and using cold water only for drinking and cooking (hot water dissolves lead more easily).
For health concerns, speak with your pediatrician or local health department. The CDC has detailed guidance on lead exposure and testing.
Next steps for residents
- Contact LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST to ask about lead service lines at your address and the utility's inventory status
- Request a free or low-cost water test for lead
- If you have young children, discuss lead testing options with your pediatrician
- Check the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection website for updates on this utility's lead service line replacement plan
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST have lead in the water?
The utility has not yet completed a public inventory of lead service lines, so we don't have confirmed counts. Lead is typically found in the pipes connecting homes to the street, not in the water system itself. Contact the utility or have your water tested to know your household's risk.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Homes built before 1986 are at higher risk. The utility can tell you if your address has a lead line on record. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the pipe where it enters your home, or request a water test from your utility or a certified lab.
Is it safe to drink the water right now?
LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST treats its water supply, and most homes may be safe. But if you have a lead service line and your water is corrosive, lead can leach into your drinking water. A water test is the only way to know for sure—request one from the utility.
When will the utility replace lead pipes?
The utility has not yet published a lead service line replacement plan. Contact LV HOSPITAL CEDAR CREST directly to ask about their timeline and whether your address is prioritized for replacement.