BERKELEY COUNTY PSWD-POTOMAC RIVER Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
BERKELEY COUNTY PSWD-POTOMAC RIVER serves 34,786 people in West Virginia. The system draws from surface water (rivers or reservoirs).
Lead service line inventory status
This water system has not yet completed a public lead service line inventory. As of the last update, no data on lead pipes in the distribution system or customer service lines has been made available.
Under the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, water systems must identify and inventory all known lead service lines and publicly report their findings. If your system hasn't published this information yet, you can:
- Contact the utility directly to ask about their inventory progress and timeline
- Ask whether your specific address has a lead service line — the utility may have records even if a full public inventory isn't online yet
- Check back periodically — utilities are required to update their inventory data
What you can do now
Even without a published inventory, there are straightforward steps to reduce lead exposure:
Get your water tested. A certified lab can check for lead in your tap water. Some health departments offer free or low-cost testing; contact your local health department to ask.
Use cold water for drinking and cooking. Hot water dissolves lead more easily from pipes. Run the tap for 30 seconds before using water if it's been sitting in the pipes.
Know the symptoms. Lead exposure in children can cause learning delays and behavioral problems. If you're concerned about a child's exposure, talk to their pediatrician. For general health questions, the CDC's lead information pages have guidance for both children and adults.
Understand replacement options. If your home has a lead service line, eventual replacement is the only permanent fix. Many utilities now offer cost-sharing or full funding through federal and state grants.
Next steps for residents
- Call BERKELEY COUNTY PSWD-POTOMAC RIVER and ask whether your address is known to have a lead service line
- Request a free or low-cost water test through your county or state health department
- If lead is found in your water, ask your utility about lead reduction programs and service line replacement funding
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Berkeley County PSWD-Potomac River have lead pipes?
The utility has not yet published a public lead service line inventory, so it's unclear how many lead pipes exist in the system. Contact the utility or your local health department to ask about your specific address and water quality.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call your water utility and ask about your address. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line, or get your water tested for lead as an indirect indicator. Many utilities are now mapping their systems with grant funding.
Is it safe to drink tap water from this system?
The best way to know is to test your tap water for lead. A certified lab can give you a precise answer for your home. Contact your local health department for testing options.
What should I do if my water has lead in it?
Use only cold tap water for drinking and cooking, run the tap for 30 seconds before use, and consider a point-of-use filter certified for lead. Contact your utility about lead service line replacement programs and funding in your area.