For the first time, the EPA is requiring water systems to develop a public lead service line inventory and create a plan for identifying and removing lead service lines.

Lead has seen an increased amount of attention and oversight due to adverse health effects and issues other US cities have had concerning high levels of lead in drinking water. Lead in drinking water primarily originates in premise plumbing (like a service lateral), and not from the water source or distribution system. Lead can enter drinking water when a chemical reaction occurs in plumbing materials that contain lead. This is known as corrosion – dissolving (or wearing away) metal from the pipes and fixtures.

Mountain Regional Water tests water inside homes within its distribution system considered at risk for lead and copper contamination, per EPA requirements (CCR 2022). Mountain Regional Water is committed to providing high-quality drinking water but cannot control the variety of materials used in customer premise plumbing components. Lead was banned from use on domestic plumbing in 1986 federally and implemented into Utah Plumbing Code in 1989. Homes built before this date may have internal plumbing containing lead pipes or solder.

Lead and Copper Initial Service Line Inventory

Mountain Regional Water has completed an initial lead service line inventory.  This inventory includes information on the service line material that connects water mains to buildings/houses. This inventory can be accessed by clicking on the link below.

Please complete the water service line material survey by clicking the link on the right. This will assist us in the process, allowing us to better serve you and remain in compliance with federal regulations.