MINTERBROOK Water System Lead Service Line Inventory
About your water system
MINTERBROOK serves approximately 5,083 people in Washington. The system draws from groundwater sources.
Lead service line inventory status
As of now, MINTERBROOK has not yet inventoried its lead service lines. This means the utility has not yet completed a systematic count and mapping of pipes that may contain lead between the water main and individual homes.
This does not mean there is no lead. It means the work to find out is still ahead. Under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (the "Bipartisan Infrastructure Law"), water utilities nationwide are required to complete lead inventories by October 2024, with a deadline extension possible to October 2026. Your utility will need to either:
- Conduct a full inventory of all service lines, or
- Draw from existing records (historical installation data, previous testing, etc.), or
- Use a sampling method to estimate the likelihood of lead in the system.
What this means for you
You cannot yet look up whether your specific address has a lead service line through MINTERBROOK's public records, because the inventory isn't complete. However, you can:
1. Contact MINTERBROOK directly and ask: - Do you have any historical records about my service line (material, installation date)? - Is my line scheduled for sampling or inspection? - What is your timeline for completing the full inventory?
2. Get your water tested if you're concerned. A simple water sample can detect lead in your tap water. Contact your utility or a certified lab for testing supplies.
3. Check your home's age and location. Homes built before 1980, and those in older neighborhoods, are at higher statistical risk of having lead service lines—though many do not.
Next steps for residents
- Contact MINTERBROOK to ask about your specific address and any available historical records
- Request a free or low-cost water test kit from your utility
- Visit the EPA's lead in drinking water page for testing guidance and health information
- Follow MINTERBROOK's updates on their inventory progress and replacement plans
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does MINTERBROOK have lead in the water?
MINTERBROOK has not yet completed an inventory of its service lines, so there is no public count yet of lead pipes in the system. Contact the utility directly to ask about your specific address or get your water tested.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
You can contact MINTERBROOK and ask if they have historical records about your property. You can also have your water tested, or hire a plumber to inspect the pipe entering your home—though lead pipes are often buried underground.
When will MINTERBROOK finish its lead inventory?
Federal law requires utilities to complete inventories by October 2026 (with possible extension). Contact MINTERBROOK directly to ask their specific timeline and progress.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead can harm brain development in young children and cause other health effects. For specific health concerns, speak with your doctor or contact the CDC. The key is testing and reducing exposure.