Lynchburg City, VA · PWSID VA5680200
City of Lynchburg lead service lines
243 lead or galvanized lines to replace
City of Lynchburg reported 134 lead and 109 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 26,404 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 109 lines. Another 25,169 (95%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #10 of 121 Virginia systems with confirmed lead lines, and #1,112 nationally.
0.9% of City of Lynchburg's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's higher than the Virginia average (0.6%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.5%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.4%
- Unknown 95%
- Non-lead 3.8%
Total service lines reported: 26,404. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 80,995; 23,956 connections.
Lead test results
City of Lynchburg's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2025–Dec 2027) was 2 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 243 in 2025 Q1 to 243 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 25,169 to 25,169, 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 no Lead and Copper Rule violations for City of Lynchburg 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
City of Lynchburg's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 3 other water systems: Bedford Regional Water Authority (Brwa), Campbell County Central System, Campbell County East System.
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 City of Lynchburg 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.
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside City of Lynchburg's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
24502
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Questions
Does City of Lynchburg have lead pipes?
Yes. City of Lynchburg reported 134 lead service lines and 109 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 26,404 total. 25,169 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on City of Lynchburg'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 City of Lynchburg 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 City of Lynchburg had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for City of Lynchburg.
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, "City of Lynchburg lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/va/city-of-lynchburg/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.