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The Lead and Copper Rule Revision (LCRR), effective December 16, 2021, requires all community and non-transient non-community water systems to develop a service line inventory to identify the material(s) of service lines connected to the public water distribution system.

The Town of Keedysville would greatly appreciate your help in identifying where the lead water service pipes are located in our town, so we can determine a good plan for replacing all of the lead water service lines. Water service lines are the pipes along your property that run from the Town’s water main to the water meter to your home (see diagram below).

Common water service line materials found in homes include copper, lead, galvanized steel, and plastic. Your input is essential in helping us update our records. Please read through the information and instructions first as it will show how to determine the material of the water service pipe that is entering your building/home.

To identify the material of your water service line, please follow the step-by-step instructions below. Alternatively, you can contact a licensed plumber to identify the material for you or contact townhall@keedysvillemd.com for assistance.

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR TESTING:

  • REFRIGERATOR MAGNET (coin-style magnet works best)
  • A PENNY

1. Find the water service line entering the building.  If you have a basement, the water service line will typically enter the building through the basement floor or the basement side wall.

2. Scratch Test. Scratch the outer surface of the pipe with a penny or coin.

3. Magnet Test.  Place a magnet on the pipe to check if it sticks to the pipe.

Your service line is lead if:
Scratch Test: area is shiny and silver
Magnet Test: does not stick
Your service line is copper if:
Scratch Test: area is copper in color like a penny
Magnet Test: does not stick
Your service line is galvanized if:
Scratch Test: area remains dull gray
Magnet Test: magnet sticks
Name
(House number and street name)
Type of Occupancy
Water Service Line Material
Source of Information / How did you determine the material?
Choose all that apply
Year Home Built

Photos of Service Line

We are asking you to submit (3) three photos of your service line to assist the Town. All photos should be clear and well lit. Please turn on the flash.

  1. First Photo: A close up, within 1 foot of the scratched pipe area.
  2. Second Photo: A photo from 2 to 3 feet away from the scratched pipe area that shows the wall/floor penetration and any connecting pipes.
  3. Third Photo: A photo from 10 feet away from the pipe to show where the pipe is within the room.
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