Lead Water Service Lines

Private Lead Water Service Replacement

As part of the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, the Ashland Water Utility has completed the initial inventory of all service line material types connected to our public water system. The listing of all service lines and material types is available for public viewing. Below is an interactive map that will allow for an easier searching ability. If you have difficulty finding your location and/or identifying the material type we have on file or if you believe the recorded material type is incorrect, please do not hesitate to give us a call.

Customers who have confirmed lead or galvanized lines or unknown material type will by contacted by the Utility to advise of the material type and what steps will need to be taken moving forward.

LSL Replacement Projects and Funding

Currently, the Utility requires the replacement of lead and/or galvanized lines in conjunction with water main replacement projects throughout the City. These replacements are partially funded by the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP), which is administered by the State of Wisconsin and may pay up to 100% of the private service line replacements for qualifying projects. Should any portion of the private since not be covered by the SDWLP principal forgiveness, the remaining portion will be billable to the property owner through an assessment. Property owners with lead or galvanized lines in upcoming water main replacement projects will be notified by the Utility prior to the commencement of the project, advising of the replacement requirement as well as any portion of costs not covered by the SDWLP.

Property owners may also wish to replace their lead or galvanized lines at any time. The Utility does request that they be notified so our records can be updated to show the property is no longer serviced by a lead or galvanized line.