Lead Service Line Inventory for Trentwood Irrigation District 3

Trentwood Irrigation District 3 serves approximately 4,228 people in Washington State. If you're a customer wondering whether lead pipes connect your home to the water main, this page explains what we know—and what you can do next.

What is a lead service line?

A lead service line is the pipe that carries water from the public water main into your home. These pipes were common in the US until the 1980s. If water sits in a lead pipe for hours (especially overnight), small amounts of lead can dissolve into the water you drink and use for cooking.

The EPA and CDC agree: there is no safe level of lead in drinking water, especially for infants and young children.

What does Trentwood Irrigation District 3 have on record?

As of now, the district has not completed a full inventory of its service lines. This means the utility cannot yet confirm how many of its connections are lead, galvanized (a type of steel that can also leach lead under certain conditions), or lead-free.

This is not unusual. Many smaller water systems nationwide are still in the early stages of mapping their infrastructure. An inventory is often the first step toward a replacement plan.

Why does this matter?

Without a complete inventory, customers cannot know for certain whether their home has a lead service line. Some utilities can tell you based on construction records or the age of your neighborhood; others cannot.

If you have young children or are pregnant, knowing your home's service line material is important for making informed decisions about water use and potential testing.

What can you do now?

Contact Trentwood Irrigation District 3 directly and ask:

• Whether they have construction records or maps showing your service line material
• If a visual inspection is possible
• Whether they have a timeline for completing a full inventory
• If they offer free or subsidized water testing

In the meantime, if you're concerned, the safest steps are using a point-of-use filter certified for lead removal (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) or letting cold water run for 30–60 seconds before drinking or cooking.

For health questions—especially if there are children in your home—contact your pediatrician or the Washington State Department of Health.

Next steps for residents

• Contact the utility at your next bill or online to request your service line material and ask about inventory progress.
• Request water testing if you want to know your home's current lead level (many utilities offer this free).
• Use a certified filter if you're waiting for answers and want extra protection.
• Talk to your pediatrician if you have children under 6 and lead is a concern.

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