Get the Lead Out!
The water leaving Caernarvon Township Authority Well sites is always free of lead. However, lead can contaminate drinking water as it travels through lead-containing plumbing components, including water service lines (the pipes connecting homes to water mains), household fixtures and interior plumbing. These components are often owned by property owners and can introduce lead into the water supply.
In line with the latest regulations, CTA is fully committed to ensuring your water remains safe. As required by Federal and State guidelines, CTA actively identifies, tracks, and notifies residents about any potential risks from these lines, and provides regular water quality updates to keep you informed.
Reducing exposure to lead is a shared responsibility.
Public water systems and homeowners must work together to ensure the water in your home remains safe.
Click on the button below to view all the addresses that are served by Caernarvon Township Authority. The list will indicate what the service line material is on the Caernarvon Township Authority side of the service as well as the Property Owners side of the service.
Understanding Lead in Your Service Line and Your Health
Lead can leach into drinking water through corroded lead service lines or household plumbing fixtures.
Exposure to lead in drinking water can have serious health impacts for people of all ages.
- Infants and Children: Lead can reduce IQ, shorten attention spans, and contribute to learning and behavior challenges or worsen existing issues.
- Expectant Mothers: Lead exposure before or during pregnancy may also increase the risk of these health effects for their children.
- Adults: Lead exposure is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and problems with kidney or nervous system function.
