Lead pipes in Providence County, Rhode Island
How many lead pipes are in Providence County, RI?
Water systems based in Providence County reported 26,706 lead service lines, 59 galvanized lines that need replacing and 37,096 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Providence has the most, with 25,785 lead and galvanized lines.
Free replacement program confirmed
Who pays in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's 2023 law requires every lead service line, public and private, to be replaced within ten years and offers owners zero-cost financing through the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank. Providence Water replaces the private side for free at eligible locations while funding lasts.
Confirmed programs in Providence County
- Providence: Free while funding lasts.
Every Providence County water system with lead lines
Systems are grouped by the county EPA lists as their main service area. Some serve towns in neighboring counties too.
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence City of Providence | 25,785 | 0 | 7,402 | Free replacement |
| Pawtucket Pawtucket Water Supply Board Veolia-Na | 714 | 0 | 20,247 | Not confirmed |
| Woonsocket Woonsocket Water Division | 80 | 5 | 78 | Not confirmed |
| Lincoln Lincoln Water Commission | 76 | 0 | 1,987 | Not confirmed |
| East Providence City of East Providence | 29 | 18 | 6,930 | Not confirmed |
| Clear River Electric and Water District Clear River Electric and Water District | 2 | 18 | 452 | Not confirmed |
| Burrillville Eleanor Slater Hospital Zambarano Unit | 20 | 0 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| Cumberland Town of Cumberland | 0 | 17 | 0 | Not confirmed |
| North Smithfield Slatersville Public Supply | 0 | 1 | 0 | Not confirmed |
Common questions
How many lead pipes are in Providence County, RI?
Water systems based in Providence County reported 26,706 lead service lines, 59 galvanized lines that need replacing and 37,096 lines of unknown material to EPA (Q3 2026). Providence has the most, with 25,785 lead and galvanized lines.
Who pays to replace lead service lines in Providence County?
It depends on your water utility. Rhode Island's 2023 law requires every lead service line, public and private, to be replaced within ten years and offers owners zero-cost financing through the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank. We have confirmed programs for 1 Providence County utility, listed on this page.
How do I find out if my house has a lead service line?
Look up your address on your water utility's service line inventory map, or check the pipe where it enters your home: lead is dull gray, soft, scratches to shiny silver, and a magnet won't stick. See our step-by-step guide.