LITTLE CREEK AMPHIBIOUS BASE - U.S. NAVY Lead Service Line Inventory

About This Water System

LITTLE CREEK AMPHIBIOUS BASE - U.S. NAVY (PWSID: VA3810340) serves approximately 9,782 people in Virginia. The system draws from surface water sources.

Lead Service Line Inventory Status

As of now, this water system has not publicly reported a completed lead service line (LSL) inventory. This means the utility has not yet identified which properties are served by lead pipes or the total count of lead service lines in the distribution network.

Federal law requires all water systems to locate and inventory lead service lines by October 2024. If you haven't heard from your water provider about this survey, contact them directly to ask about their timeline and findings.

What You Should Know

Lead service lines are pipes that connect the public water main to your home. If your home was built before the 1980s, there's a higher chance your service line contains lead—especially in older neighborhoods. Even if your water system reports "no lead found," that doesn't mean your individual service line is lead-free; it depends on your property's age and location.

The good news: lead doesn't enter water just because the pipe is made of lead. It leaches into water over time, especially in acidic water or where water sits in pipes overnight. A simple water test at your tap can tell you if lead is present in your drinking water right now.

Protecting Your Family Now

While your utility completes its inventory:

• Get your water tested. Contact your water system or a certified lab for a lead test. It costs $20–50 and takes 1–2 weeks for results.
• Use cold tap water for drinking and cooking. Hot water corrodes lead pipes faster.
• Flush your tap for 30 seconds before drinking, especially if water has sat in pipes overnight (like first thing in the morning).
• If you have young children or are pregnant, talk to your pediatrician or OB-GYN about testing and next steps.

Next Steps for Residents

• Contact LITTLE CREEK AMPHIBIOUS BASE - U.S. NAVY directly to ask about their lead service line inventory status and results.
• Request a free or low-cost water test for lead from your utility or local health department.
• If lead is found in your water, ask your utility about service line replacement programs or corrosion control options.
• For health concerns, consult your doctor or call the CDC's lead hotline.

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