SALT LAKE CITY WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
Salt Lake City Water System serves 381,174 residents across Utah. Like all US water utilities, it is required by federal law to identify and track lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the main water line underground.
What We Know About Salt Lake City's Lead Service Lines
Currently, Salt Lake City Water System has not published an online inventory of its lead service line data, or the information has not yet been made publicly available through standard channels. This does not mean the utility hasn't done the work—it means the results aren't displayed here yet.
The utility is required under the Lead and Copper Rule to:
- Identify which homes have lead service lines
- Create a publicly available inventory
- Develop a plan to replace them over time
- Notify residents if their home is affected
How to Find Your Home's Status
Your best option is to contact Salt Lake City Water System directly:
1. Call or email the utility and ask whether your address has a lead service line. Have your street address ready. 2. Ask about their inventory status. If they've completed testing or replacement work in your neighborhood, they can tell you. 3. Request information about your home specifically. If you have a lead service line, ask about replacement timelines and costs.
If Your Home Has a Lead Service Line
Lead service lines can expose you and your family to lead in drinking water, especially if water sits in pipes overnight or if there are changes in water pressure or chemistry. The CDC has guidance on reducing exposure while waiting for replacement.
Replacement is a long-term solution. Full removal of lead service lines across a water system takes years, so utilities prioritize based on need and available funding.
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact Salt Lake City Water System to ask about your address and the utility's current inventory status.
- Request a water test if you're concerned about lead levels in your home.
- Visit the CDC website for steps to reduce lead exposure in drinking water while pipes remain.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Salt Lake City have lead pipes?
Salt Lake City Water System is required to track and replace lead service lines. Contact the utility to ask if your address is affected. They can tell you whether your home has a lead service line and what replacement options are available.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call or email Salt Lake City Water System with your address. They have records of pipe materials used when your home was connected. You can also ask a licensed plumber to inspect the pipe where it enters your home, though the utility's records are the definitive source.
Is lead in Salt Lake City water dangerous?
Lead in drinking water is a health concern, especially for young children and pregnant people. The CDC recommends steps like flushing pipes and using filters while lead service lines remain in place. Talk to your pediatrician or doctor if you have health concerns.
Will the city replace my lead service line?
Federal law requires utilities to develop replacement plans. Ask Salt Lake City Water System about their timeline, whether they cover costs, and whether your address is scheduled for replacement.