WVAWC NEW RIVER REGIONAL WTR TRTMT PLT Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
WVAWC NEW RIVER REGIONAL WTR TRTMT PLT serves approximately 25,603 people in West Virginia. The utility draws water from a surface water source.
Current status: The utility has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. This means they are still in the process of identifying which homes and buildings are connected to lead pipes—or they have not published their findings yet.
Why this matters
A lead service line is the pipe that carries water from the main water line under the street into your home. If your home was built before the 1980s, there is a meaningful chance your service line contains lead. Even at low levels, lead in drinking water poses health risks, especially to young children and pregnant people.
Until your water system completes and publishes its inventory, you won't know whether your address is on the list of known lead service lines. That said, not being on a known list does not mean your home is safe—it may simply mean the line hasn't been inspected yet.
What happens next
West Virginia water utilities are required by federal law to complete lead service line inventories and develop replacement plans. WVAWC NEW RIVER REGIONAL WTR TRTMT PLT is working toward that goal, though timelines vary.
In the meantime, you can take steps to reduce your own risk:
- Use a water filter certified to remove lead (look for NSF/ANSI 53 certification).
- Let cold water run for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking, especially first thing in the morning.
- Never use hot tap water for drinking or cooking.
For health concerns, consult your pediatrician or the CDC's guidance on lead and children's health.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your utility directly at the number or website for WVAWC NEW RIVER REGIONAL WTR TRTMT PLT to ask when their inventory will be complete and how to learn your address status.
- Get your water tested if you're concerned—many county health departments offer free or low-cost testing.
- Check your home's age. Homes built before 1986 are at higher risk for lead service lines.
- Use a certified filter (NSF/ANSI 53) while you wait for inventory results.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
The only certain way is to have your water tested or have a plumber inspect the line where it enters your home. You can also contact your water utility—they may have records, or you can ask when their lead service line inventory will be complete.
Is the water safe to drink right now?
Your utility tests water quality regularly and reports results to regulators. However, if your home has a lead service line, lead can leach into your water. A simple filter certified for lead removal (NSF/ANSI 53) provides added protection while you wait for inventory results.
What does it mean that the inventory is not complete?
It means the utility has not yet finished identifying all lead service lines in its system, or has not made that data public. You can contact them to ask for a timeline and whether they have records for your specific address.
Can lead service lines be replaced?
Yes. Federal funding is now available to help utilities replace lead service lines. Contact WVAWC NEW RIVER REGIONAL WTR TRTMT PLT to ask whether they have received grant funding and what their replacement timeline looks like.