Lead Service Line Information for Irvin Water District #6
Irvin Water District #6 serves about 4,150 people in Washington state. If you live or work in this service area, this page explains what we know about lead service lines (LSLs)—the pipes that may connect your home to the water main—and what to do next.
What we know right now
Irvin Water District #6 has not yet completed an inventory of lead service lines in their system. This means we don't have a public count of how many homes may have lead pipes. Many water systems across the US are still working through this process; it's resource-intensive and takes time.
The district draws water from groundwater sources, which typically have lower corrosivity than surface water and may pose lower risk of lead leaching. However, the presence of lead pipes—not the water source alone—is what matters most for your home's exposure.
Why this matters
Lead service lines are a direct pathway for lead to enter your drinking water, especially in homes with older plumbing. Even small amounts of lead exposure carry health risks, particularly for young children and pregnant people. If your home was built before the 1980s, lead pipes are more likely—though they can exist in homes of any age.
What you should do
Contact Irvin Water District #6 directly to ask:
- Whether your address has a known lead service line
- What the district's timeline is for completing their inventory
- Whether free or low-cost water testing is available
- Whether lead-reducing filters or other interventions are recommended for your home
If health concerns arise, speak with your doctor or call the CDC's lead hotline at 1-800-CDC-INFO.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility at Irvin Water District #6 to learn your home's service line status
- Test your water if you suspect lead exposure; ask your utility about testing programs
- Install a filter certified for lead reduction (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) as a temporary measure while you wait for system-wide solutions
- Consult your pediatrician if you have children under 6 or are pregnant
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Irvin Water District #6 have lead service lines?
The district has not yet completed a public inventory of lead service lines, so we don't have a specific count. Contact the utility directly to ask about your home's service line.
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Your water utility can tell you based on service records or by inspecting the pipe where it enters your home. Lead pipes are dull gray, soft enough to scratch with a coin, and may have a sweet taste if water sits in them (do not taste-test; this is just how lead behaves).
Is lead in water an immediate health emergency?
Lead exposure is serious over time, especially for children, but not an acute emergency like contamination with bacteria. The key is to reduce exposure now. Contact your pediatrician or the CDC with health questions.
What can I do if I'm worried about lead in my water?
Test your water (ask your utility about free testing), use a lead-reducing filter on your tap, and run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if water sits in pipes overnight. Contact your utility to learn when they'll complete their lead service line inventory.