TORRINGTON MUNICIPAL WATER DEPT, CITY OF — Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
Torrington Municipal Water Department serves about 6,847 people in Torrington, Wyoming. The utility draws water from groundwater sources.
Lead service line inventory status
The utility has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. This means there is no public record yet of how many lead pipes connect homes to the main water line in this service area.
Federal law requires all water systems to inventory lead service lines by October 2024. If Torrington has not finished this work, they are required to do so and make the results publicly available.
Why this matters
A lead service line is the pipe that runs from the water main under the street into your home. Even low levels of lead exposure over time can affect health—particularly for young children and pregnant people. The only way to know if your home has a lead service line is to check the utility's inventory or contact a plumber to inspect the pipe at your meter and entry point.
If you live in Torrington and have concerns about lead in your water, you have options:
- Ask the utility directly for your property's service line material. They may have older records even if the formal inventory isn't published yet.
- Have a licensed plumber inspect the pipe entering your home. It's usually visible in your basement or crawl space near the water meter.
- Use a water filter certified for lead removal (NSF/ANSI Standard 53) as a temporary measure while you determine your service line type.
Getting more information
Contact Torrington Municipal Water Department to ask about their lead service line inventory timeline and your property's status. You can also request a copy of any records they hold about your service line material.
For general health questions about lead in water, the CDC provides evidence-based guidance at cdc.gov.
Next steps for residents
- Contact your water utility and ask: "Have you completed the lead service line inventory? What material is my service line?"
- Request a plumber inspection if the utility cannot confirm your service line is not lead.
- Check your home's age — pipes installed before 1986 are more likely to be lead or galvanized steel.
- Visit the CDC website for information on lead exposure and water testing options.
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Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Torrington water have lead in it?
Lead gets into water through old pipes, not from the treatment plant itself. Torrington draws from groundwater sources. Whether your home is affected depends on your service line material and interior plumbing. The utility's inventory will help clarify this for your address.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Check the utility's inventory (once completed), ask the water department directly, or have a plumber inspect the pipe at your water meter. Lead pipes are soft, dull gray, and can be scratched with a coin. Homes built before 1986 are higher risk.
Is it safe to drink the water in Torrington?
Most water from Torrington's treatment system meets federal safety standards. However, if your home has a lead service line, contact the utility about options like flushing, filtration, or replacement. For specific health concerns, talk to your doctor or call the CDC.
When will Torrington finish its lead service line inventory?
Federal law requires completion by October 2024. Contact Torrington Municipal Water Department to ask about their current progress and when results will be public.