Lead Service Line Inventory: MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS
About This Water System
MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS serves approximately 91,500 people in South Carolina. Like all US water utilities, this system is required to maintain an inventory of lead service lines (LSLs)—pipes that connect homes to the water main and can leach lead into drinking water.
Current Inventory Status
The utility has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. As of the most recent public update, no service lines have been inventoried and classified.
This does not mean your home is safe or unsafe. It means the inventory work is still in progress. Water utilities across the country are at different stages of completing this federally mandated task. Some have finished; others are still mapping their systems.
Why This Matters
Lead service lines are the most common source of lead in drinking water. Lead exposure—especially for young children—can affect brain development and learning. The only way to know if your home has a lead service line is to:
1. Contact MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS directly and ask if your address has been inventoried or if records exist about your service line. 2. Request a water test if you have concerns. You can also get an inexpensive water test kit or contact your county health department.
Funding for Replacement
Information about whether this utility has received federal funding (like Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grants) to replace lead service lines is not currently available. Contact the utility to ask about replacement programs or financial assistance if you have a lead service line.
What You Can Do Now
Even without a completed inventory, you can take steps to reduce lead exposure:
- Run water before using it. If water sits in pipes overnight, run the cold water tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking or cooking.
- Use cold water only for drinking and cooking. Hot water leaches more lead.
- Get your water tested. EPA and many states offer affordable or free testing.
- Ask your utility about your service line. Request any historical records about your property.
If you have questions about lead and health, consult the CDC or your pediatrician.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS to ask about your specific address and whether it has been inventoried
- Request a free or low-cost water test from your utility or county health department
- If you have young children or are pregnant, consult your pediatrician about lead exposure risks and testing
- Check back on this page periodically—the utility's inventory status will be updated as new information becomes available
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS have lead service lines?
The utility has not completed its lead service line inventory yet, so a full picture is not available. Contact the utility directly with your address to ask if your home has been assessed or if records exist about your service line.
How can I know if my home has a lead service line?
Ask your water utility for records of your property's service line material. You can also hire a plumber to inspect it, or get your water tested for lead—a positive result suggests a lead service line or other sources. Test kits are inexpensive and available from county health departments.
Is it safe to drink the water from MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS?
Lead service lines are not the only factor in water safety. The best way to know is to get your water tested. In the meantime, run your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking if water has sat in pipes overnight, and use cold water only for drinking and cooking.
Who do I contact if I think I have a lead service line?
Start by calling MT PLEASANT WATER WORKS with your address. Ask if your home is known to have a lead service line, if it's been inventoried, or what records exist. They can also direct you to programs that may help with testing or replacement costs.