Texas · 4 community water systems
Lead pipes in Ector County, TX
4 community water systems serving Ector County reported 0 lead and 92 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,243 of unknown material. The most are in City of Odessa.
0.5% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the Texas average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) 0.5%
- Unknown 12%
- Non-lead 88%
Water systems serving Ector County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of OdessaEctor County | 0 | 92 | 2,207 | 0.5% |
| Canyon Dam Mobile Home ParkEctor County | 0 | 0 | 36 | 0% |
| Ector County Utility DistrictEctor County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Greater Gardendale WSCEctor County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Ector County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Ector County reported 0 lead and 92 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 2,243 of unknown material.
Which Ector County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Odessa (92).
How do I check my home in Ector County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.