Riverside County, CA · PWSID CA3310009
Eastern Municipal WD lead service lines
No lead lines reported
Eastern Municipal WD reported 165,510 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 Eastern Municipal WD's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the California 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: 165,510. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 659,923; 178,578 connections.
Lead test results
Eastern Municipal WD's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2023–Dec 2025) was 2.8 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.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Eastern Municipal WD 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
Eastern Municipal WD's main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from Metropolitan Water Dist. of So. Cal., Western MWD, Rancho California Water District, Elsinore Valley MWD, Lake Hemet MWD. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Eastern Municipal WD is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program. It sells water to 8 other water systems: Elsinore Valley MWD, City of Hemet, Lake Hemet MWD, Nuevo Water Company, City of San Jacinto, Western MWD - Murrieta Division, Rancho California Water District, Western MWD.
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 Eastern Municipal WD 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 Riverside County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Eastern Municipal WD's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
92543925459254892551925539255592557925639256792571925829258392584925859258692587925919259292596
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Hemet MWD | 0 | 9,685 |
| Myoma Dunes Mutual Water Company | 5 | 616 |
| Box Springs Mutual WC | 42 | 0 |
| Carver Tract Mutual Water Comp | 0 | 165 |
| Banning HTS. Mutual Water Co. | 81 | 1 |
| Fisherman'S Retreat | 0 | 193 |
| Ramona Water Company | 0 | 95 |
| Stone Creek Water Company | 0 | 79 |
Check another water system
Questions
Does Eastern Municipal WD have lead pipes?
Eastern Municipal WD reported no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown service lines among 165,510 lines.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Eastern Municipal WD'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 Eastern Municipal WD 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 Eastern Municipal WD had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Eastern Municipal WD.
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, "Eastern Municipal WD lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ca/eastern-municipal-wd/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.