Dallas County, TX · PWSID TX0570004
Dallas Water Utility lead service lines
6 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Dallas Water Utility reported 0 lead and 6 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 320,491 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 53,415 lines. Another 258,104 (81%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #355 of 534 Texas systems with confirmed lead lines, and #5,102 nationally.
<0.1% of Dallas Water Utility's service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's lower than the Texas average (1.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 81%
- Non-lead 19%
Total service lines reported: 320,491. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 1,356,479; 958,265 connections.
Lead test results
Dallas Water Utility's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (Jan 2022–Dec 2024) was 1.1 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 6 in 2025 Q1 to 6 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 258,104 to 258,104, 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 Dallas Water Utility 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
Dallas Water Utility's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 25 other water systems: City of Desoto, City of Duncanville, City of Hutchins, City of Lancaster, City of Mesquite, City of Richardson, City of Seagoville, Town of Addison, City of Balch Springs, City of Carrollton, City of Cedar Hill, City of Cockrell Hill, City of Coppell, Danieldale Community Water Service, City of Farmers Branch, City of Grand Prairie, Town of Highland Park, City of Irving, City of Glenn Heights, City of Lewisville, Town of Flower Mound, City of the Colony, City of Red Oak, City of Ovilla, Dallas County Park Cities MUD.
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 Dallas Water Utility 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 Dallas County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Dallas Water Utility's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
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Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| City of Irving | 466 | 0 |
| City of Mesquite | 77 | 0 |
| City of Desoto | 1 | 9,188 |
| City of Cedar Hill | 0 | 13,613 |
| City of Farmers Branch | 6 | 0 |
| Town of Highland Park | 7 | 2,039 |
| City of Hutchins | 30 | 29 |
| City of Cockrell Hill | 53 | 0 |
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Questions
Does Dallas Water Utility have lead pipes?
Yes. Dallas Water Utility reported 0 lead service lines and 6 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 320,491 total. 258,104 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Dallas Water Utility'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 Dallas Water Utility 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 Dallas Water Utility had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Dallas Water Utility.
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, "Dallas Water Utility lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/tx/dallas-water-utility/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.