Shreve Village Notifies Residents of Water Service Line Survey

The Village of Shreve is notifying all residents of an important letter they will be receiving regarding the status of their water service lines. This notification, titled “Water Service Line Notification,” provides essential information about the materials in the pipes connecting homes and buildings to the water main. It is part of the Village’s ongoing commitment to ensure safe drinking water for all residents. 

The letter informs residents that their water service line is classified as “Lead Status Unknown,” meaning the Village cannot confirm whether or not the pipe contains lead. This is important because lead exposure, especially through drinking water, poses health risks, particularly for young children, infants, and pregnant individuals.

The letter outlines practical steps residents can take to help minimize any potential lead exposure:

• Running tap water for a minute before use after long periods of inactivity
• Using cold water for drinking and cooking
• Installing lead-certified filters
• Cleaning faucet aerators regularly

Additionally, residents are encouraged to help identify the materials in their water service line by following simple instructions and completing a brief survey form included with the letter.

For any residents needing help filling out the form or determining the material of their water service line, the Village of Shreve is here to assist. You can reach out via email at survey@shrevevillagehall.org or by calling the Village Hall at (330) 567-2601.

To make this process more convenient, the form and all related information are also available online. Residents can submit their completed form and upload photos directly through the Village’s website at www.shrevevillagehall.org/waterline-material-reporting.

The form will ask residents to identify the material of their service line (plastic, copper, galvanized iron, or lead) and other details about their property’s water connection. This information will help the Village update its records and prioritize any necessary pipe replacement projects.

Shreve Village is working with the Ohio EPA to improve its water infrastructure by identifying and replacing any lead-containing service lines. By collecting this data, the Village can create a comprehensive inventory to address potential lead risks and plan for future pipe replacement projects.

For further information on reducing lead exposure, please visit the EPA’s website at www.epa.gov/lead, or consult the Ohio Department of Health’s website for additional resources on household lead exposure.

Contact Information:

• Email: survey@shrevevillagehall.org
• Phone: (330) 567-2601
• Website: www.shrevevillagehall.org

Shreve Village is dedicated to providing safe, reliable water services and maintaining transparency with all residents. This initiative demonstrates the Village’s commitment to public health and proactive water system management.

For more information, please contact Shreve Village Hall at the provided email or phone number.