Troy, NY · PWSID NY4100050
Troy City PWS lead service lines
1,641 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Troy City PWS reported 1,564 lead and 77 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 12,637 in its inventory. That's 13% of all its lines. Another 7,777 (62%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #20 of 490 New York systems with confirmed lead lines, and #271 nationally.
13% of Troy City PWS's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the New York average (7.6%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 12%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.6%
- Unknown 62%
- Non-lead 25%
Total service lines reported: 12,637. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 51,401; 13,269 connections.
Lead test results
Troy City PWS's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2026–Jun 2026) was 110 ppb, above the 15 ppb federal action level. 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 1,641 in 2025 Q1 to 1,641 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 7,777 to 7,777, no change.
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 7 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Troy City PWS. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2022 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
| Oct 2021 | Public education requirement not met health-based | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2021 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2018 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
| Oct 2017 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
| Jul 2015 | Missed source water monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Jan 2015 | Missed follow-up or routine lead and copper tap sampling | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Troy City PWS's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 11 other water systems: Menands Village, Rensselaer City PWS, Schaghticoke Consolidated WD #1, East Greenbush General W.D., Schaghticoke Water District #3, Brunswick Consolidated Water District, North Greenbush Consolidated District, Waterford Water Works (Purchase Troy), Halfmoon Water District (Troy), Brunswick Water District #11, Brunswick WD# 16.
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 Troy City PWS 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 Rensselaer County
Cities served
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| East Greenbush General W.D. | 1 | 1,149 |
| Rensselaer City PWS | 204 | 1,256 |
| Brunswick Consolidated Water District | 10 | 133 |
| Hoosick Falls (V) PWS | 0 | 931 |
| Castleton Village PWS | 7 | 641 |
| Schaghticoke (V) PWS | 29 | 0 |
| Petersburgh Water District | 7 | 4 |
| Ravenwood Estates | 1 | 35 |
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Questions
Does Troy City PWS have lead pipes?
Yes. Troy City PWS reported 1,564 lead service lines and 77 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 12,637 total. 7,777 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Troy City PWS'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 Troy City PWS 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 Troy City PWS had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 7 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015, 1 health-based for Troy City PWS.
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
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Troy City PWS lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ny/troy-city-pws/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.