Water Line Rules

Water line responsibility check

Pick your state: pick your state to see the usual split of water service line responsibility, the state's lead service line page and utility programs we found.

Choose a state to see the rules we verified and official links. Or search your city, county or ZIP.

By the Water Line Rules editorial team · Last reviewed October 4, 2026 · How we research

How to use it

Start with your state if you only need the common pattern: utility side, homeowner side, curb stop, meter, and where local rules often differ.

Then search your city, county, utility, or ZIP to confirm the office that actually serves your address. If a property line, curb stop, easement, meter setting, or private road is involved, always check the official utility or public works office before arranging repairs.

Read Who is responsible for the water line to your house? and The curb stop, meter and property line, explained, browse every state page, or search your city, county or ZIP.