The West Hempstead Water District takes proactive steps and measures to continually safeguard our community’s water supply.
In anticipation of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) forthcoming Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR), WHWD has been taking comprehensive inventory of the materials used in water service lines across our distribution area.
HELP US HELP YOU
This is a link to the GIS map to confirm that your water service line has been inspected:
West Hempstead WD Material Viewer (arcgis.com)
The District is requesting the help of our customers to determine what type of water service line you have inside your home.
Necessary measures must be taken to test, report and replace any lead water lines that are in your home or business. It is important to note that the District has a robust program in place to control corrosion, regularly test and monitor water supplies for lead levels, even in areas with known lead service lines.
CHECKING YOUR WATER SERVICE LINES: SELF-CERTIFY
The District’s water mains and lines are not made of lead; however, it is important to check your water service lines in your home.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SELF-CERTIFY:
- Coin
- Strong Magnet
- Sandpaper
- Cellphone
STEP 1: Locate the water meter to determine the location of your water main, the pipe that enters your home or business from the outside.
STEP 2: Inside, carefully scratch the pipe’s surface with the edge of a coin. Use the sandpaper to expose the surface if the pipe is painted.
STEP 3: Identify the metal. If it is silver, use the magnet to determine if it’s lead or steel.
STEP 4: Use your cell phone to take a photo.
STEP 5: Submit your results
WATCH A VIDEO
Watch how you can determine what type of water service line is in your home:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcO5FCE9Vfw
TYPE OF WATER SERVICE
QUESTIONS?
Contact us to schedule an inspection by one of our technicians.
Call: (516) 483-1180
Email: info@westhempsteadwater.org