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NKWD: EPA’s Revised Lead and Copper Rule

Northern Kentucky Water District Needs Your Help!


As part of updated federal requirements under the EPA’s revised Lead and Copper Rule, NKWD is completing a system-wide Service Line Inventory. This includes identifying the material of both the public portion of the water service line and the portion that is privately owned by homeowners or property owners.

While NKWD has already reviewed historical records, construction data, and field information, many older properties still require customer verification — especially those built before 1988, when a variety of materials were used (including copper, galvanized steel, plastic, and in some cases, lead).

Why This Matters

Understanding service line materials helps ensure:

✔️ Safer long-term planning
✔️ Compliance with updated federal water quality standards
✔️ Better protection against potential lead exposure
✔️ Accurate information for future system improvements

NKWD continuously tests the treated water leaving our plants — it does not contain lead. However, lead can sometimes enter drinking water if it comes into contact with plumbing materials or service lines containing lead.

How You Can Help

We need homeowners and property owners to:

  1. Locate the water service line entry point (usually near the water meter or where the line enters the building).

  2. Compare it to the identification guide provided online.

  3. Submit your pipe material information through our secure reporting form.

Submit & Learn More Here: nkywater.info/nkwdserviceline

The site includes:

  • Step-by-step instructions

  • Photos of common pipe materials

  • Educational resources

  • A simple reporting tool

Need Assistance? Have Questions?

We’re here to help.

📞 (859) 578-5451
📧 SLI@nkywater.org

Thank you for doing your part to support a safer, more informed water system for our Northern Kentucky community.

Lead and Copper – Required Notification Postcard – GALVANIZED

Lead and Copper – Required Notification Postcard – LEAD

Lead and Copper – Required Notification Postcard – UNKNOWN

Report Your Service Line Material Flyer (2025)