ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM Lead Service Line Inventory
ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 5,000 people in Vermont. Like all US water utilities, it is required by federal law to identify and publicly report on lead service lines—the pipes that carry water from the main water line under the street to individual homes.
What's the status of the lead service line inventory?
ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM has not yet completed a full inventory of lead service lines in its service area. This means the utility is still in the process of locating and documenting which homes may have lead pipes. An inventory of zero lines reported does not mean there are no lead service lines—it typically means the work is ongoing or data has not yet been submitted to the state.
If you live in this service area, your home may have a lead service line even if the utility has not yet identified it. The age of your home (built before 1986) is the strongest indicator of risk, since lead pipes were common in older construction.
What should you do?
Contact ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM directly to ask:
- Whether your specific address has been inventoried
- If your home is known or suspected to have a lead service line
- What timeline the utility has for completing the full inventory
You can also have your own water tested by a certified lab if you want to know whether lead is present in your tap water right now. Testing is relatively inexpensive and gives you actionable information while the utility completes its inventory work.
Next steps for residents
- Call your water utility and provide your address to ask about lead service lines at your home
- Get your water tested through a state-certified lab if you want to know current lead levels (costs $20–50)
- If you have young children or are pregnant, contact your pediatrician or doctor; the CDC offers guidance on reducing lead exposure
- Check the EPA's water system information at epa.gov/waterhome for additional resources
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM have lead service lines?
The utility has not yet completed a full inventory, so the answer is unknown. Homes built before 1986 in this service area are at higher risk. Contact the utility directly for information about your address.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Ask your water utility—they have records of the pipes they installed or know about. You can also have a plumber inspect the line where it enters your home, or test your water for lead.
Is lead in drinking water dangerous?
Lead can harm health, especially for children and pregnant people. For specific health concerns, contact your doctor or the CDC. You can reduce exposure by flushing your tap before drinking and using cold water for cooking.
When will ST JOHNSBURY WATER SYSTEM finish its lead service line inventory?
The utility has not publicly posted a completion date. Call them directly or check their website for updates on their timeline.