Tiverton, RI · PWSID RI1615619
Stone Bridge Fire District lead service lines
No lead lines reported
Stone Bridge Fire District reported 1,029 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 Stone Bridge Fire District's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Rhode Island average (11%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0%
- Unknown 0%
- Non-lead 100%
Total service lines reported: 1,029. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 2,793; 1,044 connections.
The most recent lead sampling period in EPA data (starting 01-JAN-2011) did not exceed the 15 ppb action level. Results are a 90th percentile across sampled homes, so individual homes can still be higher.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Stone Bridge Fire District. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2022 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2019 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Stone Bridge Fire District's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 2 other water systems: North Tiverton Fire District, Tiverton Water Authority, Town Hall.
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 Stone Bridge Fire District 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 Newport County
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Newport | 2,889 | 6,322 |
| Portsmouth Water & Fire District | 0 | 573 |
| North Tiverton Fire District | 0 | 0 |
| Naval Station, Newport | 0 | 0 |
| Jamestown Water Department | 26 | 929 |
| Tiverton Water Authority, Town Hall | 0 | 0 |
| Prudence Island Water District | 0 | 0 |
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Questions
Does Stone Bridge Fire District have lead pipes?
Stone Bridge Fire District reported no lead, galvanized-requiring-replacement or unknown service lines among 1,029 lines.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Stone Bridge Fire District'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 Stone Bridge Fire District 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 Stone Bridge Fire District had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Stone Bridge Fire District.
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.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Stone Bridge Fire District lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ri/stone-bridge-fire-district/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.