SANDY CITY WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
Sandy City Water System serves approximately 99,750 people in Utah. Like water systems nationwide, it may have lead service lines—pipes that connect homes to the public water main. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially in homes with older plumbing or when water sits in pipes overnight.
What we know about Sandy City's lead service lines
Sandy City Water System has not yet published a complete lead service line inventory. This means the utility either has not finished counting its lead lines, or the data is not yet public. This is normal. Federal law requires all US water systems to complete and share their inventories by October 2024, so many are still in progress.
The fact that data isn't available yet does not mean there are no lead lines in the system—it means the count is still being done.
What you can do now
If you live in Sandy City Water System's service area:
- Contact the utility directly to ask about lead service lines at your address. They may have partial information even if a full inventory isn't published yet. Phone them and give them your address.
- Request a free water test if your home was built before 1986 (when lead solder was banned). Many utilities offer these.
- Consider a point-of-use water filter rated for lead (NSF/ANSI 53 certified) while you wait for more information. This is a low-cost, immediate option for any home concerned about lead.
- Check your home's age and plumbing. Homes built before 1980 are more likely to have lead service lines. Homes with lead service lines on the street-side may still have copper on the home-side.
Health and next steps
Lead exposure is a real public health concern, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. If you have questions about health risks, contact your pediatrician or the CDC's lead page.
Next steps for residents
- Call or email Sandy City Water System to ask if your address has a known lead service line
- Request a free water test for lead at your tap
- If concerned, install a point-of-use filter rated for lead (NSF/ANSI 53) while awaiting more information
- Check your home's construction date and ask a plumber about your service line material
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Sandy City Water System have lead service lines?
Sandy City hasn't published a complete inventory yet, so the total number is unknown. However, many older US water systems do have lead lines. Contact the utility with your address to learn about your specific home.
Is it safe to drink water from Sandy City Water System?
Sandy City Water System provides treated water that meets federal safety standards. However, lead can enter water through old pipes in your home or the service line. If your home is older, a free water test is the best way to know your risk.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call Sandy City Water System with your address—they may have records. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line where it enters your home. Homes built before 1980 are at higher risk.
What can I do to reduce lead in my drinking water?
Use a filter certified for lead (look for NSF/ANSI 53), run cold water from the tap for 30 seconds before drinking, and avoid hot tap water for cooking or baby formula. Request a free water test from your utility if available.