Tucson, AZ · PWSID AZ0410060
Metropolitan Dwid - Hub lead service lines
No lead lines reported
Metropolitan Dwid - Hub reported 1,816 service lines and no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown lines. That's good news for the service line. Older homes can still have lead solder or brass fixtures inside, so testing is the only sure check.
0% of Metropolitan Dwid - Hub's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Arizona average (0.1%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 100%
Total service lines reported: 1,816. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 4,252; 1,705 connections.
Lead test results
Metropolitan Dwid - Hub's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2021–Dec 2023) was 2.6 ppb, below both the 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level that takes effect in 2027. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 0 in 2025 Q1 to 0 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 968 to 0, down 968 (100%).
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Metropolitan Dwid - Hub since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Metropolitan Dwid - Hub's main water source is groundwater (wells). It buys treated water from City of Tucson. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Metropolitan Dwid - Hub is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Metropolitan Dwid - Hub whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Pima County
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Tucson | 341 | 140,797 |
| Metropolitan Dwid | 0 | 5,497 |
| Community WC of Green Valley | 0 | 4,021 |
| Ray Water Company INC | 0 | 935 |
| GW Ocotillo Water - Valley View Acres | 1 | 63 |
| Mt Lemmon Dwid | 19 | 4 |
| Desert Shores RV MHP | 24 | 102 |
| Samalayuca Improvement Assoc | 1 | 29 |
Check another water system
Questions
Does Metropolitan Dwid - Hub have lead pipes?
Metropolitan Dwid - Hub reported no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown service lines among 1,816 lines.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Metropolitan Dwid - Hub's official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Metropolitan Dwid - Hub replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Metropolitan Dwid - Hub had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Metropolitan Dwid - Hub.
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
Embed or cite this data
Local news sites, blogs and community groups can embed this card. It updates when EPA releases new data.
Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Metropolitan Dwid - Hub lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/az/metropolitan-dwid-hub/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.