DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA Lead Service Line Inventory
DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA serves about 52,288 people in South Carolina. This page covers what we know about lead service lines (the pipes that connect the water main to homes) in this system.
Current Inventory Status
DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not yet documented how many lead, galvanized, or non-lead service lines exist in its service area.
South Carolina water utilities are required to complete lead service line inventories and share the results with customers. Until this inventory is finished, the exact number of homes that may have lead service lines remains unknown.
What You Should Know
Lead service lines are a real concern. If your home was built before 1986, there's a meaningful chance your service line contains lead. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially in newer homes with acidic water or after the line is disturbed.
You don't need to wait for the utility's inventory to take action. You can:
- Contact DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA directly and ask whether your specific address has a known lead service line
- Request that the utility test your water for lead
- Have a licensed plumber inspect your service line (they can often tell the material by looking at the meter or connection point)
- Use a lead test kit on your tap water as a preliminary check
If you have young children or are pregnant, lead exposure is especially important to address. Talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC's lead hotline for guidance.
Getting More Information
For updates on when DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA completes its inventory, contact the utility directly. You can also ask about their lead replacement program or any water testing they offer.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility at DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA to ask whether your service line is documented as lead
- Request a water test from the utility or have your water tested independently through a certified lab
- Have a plumber inspect your service line if you want to know the material before the utility's inventory is complete
- Talk to your doctor if anyone in your household is pregnant, nursing, or under age 6
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Darlington County water have lead?
Lead in water depends on your service line and household plumbing. DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA hasn't yet completed its lead service line inventory, so the utility doesn't have a full picture yet. You can request a water test or ask the utility if your address has a known lead service line.
How do I know if my service line is lead?
A licensed plumber can inspect it visually at your meter or main connection. You can also contact DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA to ask if they have records for your address. If you're concerned about lead in your water, you can have it tested.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead can be harmful, especially to young children and pregnant people. The CDC has guidance on reducing exposure. Contact your doctor if you're concerned about health effects.
When will Darlington County finish its lead service line inventory?
DARLINGTON COUNTY W&SA has not yet announced a completion date. Contact the utility directly to ask about their timeline and current progress.