Lead Service Line Inventory: Burlington Dept Public Works Water Div
Burlington's water system serves approximately 42,000 people in Vermont. Like many communities across the US, Burlington is working to identify and replace lead service lines—the pipes that connect homes to the public water main.
What is a lead service line?
A lead service line is the underground pipe carrying water from the street's main line into your home. If your home was built before the 1980s, or you don't know your pipe's material, there's a possibility it contains lead. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially from older pipes or when water is corrosive.
What does Burlington know about lead service lines?
The Vermont Department of Health and EPA require all water systems to inventory lead service lines and publish what they find. Burlington has not yet made its lead service line inventory data publicly available. This does not mean the utility has found no lead pipes—only that the detailed count and location information has not been posted yet.
If you want to know:
- How many lead pipes Burlington has identified
- Where they are located
- Replacement timelines and funding
Contact Burlington Dept Public Works Water Div directly. They can tell you whether your specific address has a known lead service line and what options exist for replacement.
Your next steps
If you're concerned about lead in your home's water supply:
1. Contact your water utility at the number or website listed in your water bill. Ask if your property address is on the lead service line replacement list.
2. Request a water test if you haven't had one recently, especially if you have young children or are pregnant. Testing is inexpensive and confirms whether lead is present in your tap water.
3. Use interim protection while waiting for replacement: run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking, and use filtered water for cooking and drinking if lead is detected.
4. Check for federal funding. Your utility may have received Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding to accelerate replacements—ask if your property qualifies.
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Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does my water have lead in it?
The only way to know is to test your tap water. Contact Burlington's water utility to request a free or low-cost test, or you can hire a certified lab. Water that looks, tastes, and smells normal can still contain lead.
How do I find out if I have a lead service line?
Call Burlington Dept Public Works Water Div and give them your address. They can check their records to see if your home's service line is made of lead, galvanized steel, or another material.
Is my child at risk from lead in water?
Young children and pregnant people are most vulnerable to lead exposure. If you are concerned about health effects, contact your pediatrician or the CDC's lead information line. Testing your water is the first step.
When will my lead pipe be replaced?
Replacement timelines depend on your utility's funding and capacity. Contact Burlington directly to learn if your address is on a replacement schedule and what the expected timeline is.