El Paso County, TX · PWSID TX0710002
El Paso Water Utilities lead service lines
9 lead or galvanized lines to replace
El Paso Water Utilities reported 0 lead and 9 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 231,661 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 25,740 lines. Another 134,633 (58%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #326 of 534 Texas systems with confirmed lead lines, and #4,616 nationally.
<0.1% of El Paso Water Utilities'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 58%
- Non-lead 42%
Total service lines reported: 231,661. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 747,168; 236,502 connections.
Lead test results
El Paso Water Utilities's most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was not detected, 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 9 in 2025 Q1 to 9 in 2026 Q3: no change. Lines of unknown material went from 134,633 to 134,633, 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 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for El Paso Water Utilities. Health-based violations are treatment failures, such as corrosion control or public education; the rest are missed monitoring or reporting.
| Began | Violation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2020 | Missed water quality parameter monitoring | Returned to compliance |
| Dec 2015 | Lead consumer notice not delivered or reported | Returned to compliance |
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
El Paso Water Utilities's main water source is surface water (rivers, lakes or reservoirs). It sells water to 9 other water systems: Fort Bliss Main Post Area, Haciendas del Norte Water Improvement Di, Lower Valley Water District, Village of Vinton, East Montana Water System, Paseo del Este MUD 1, East Biggs Water System, Gaslight Square Mobile Home Park, San Isidro MHP.
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 El Paso Water Utilities 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 El Paso County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside El Paso Water Utilities's mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
7990179902799037990479905799077991179912799157992279924799257993079932799347993579936
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Valley Water District | 63 | 0 |
| Horizon Regional MUD | 1 | 104 |
| Fort Bliss Main Post Area | 0 | 265 |
| East Biggs Water System | 0 | 88 |
| East Montana Water System | 0 | 140 |
| Town of Anthony | 0 | 596 |
| Fort Bliss Biggs Army Airfield | 0 | 167 |
| Federal Correctional Institution la Tuna | 0 | 5 |
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Questions
Does El Paso Water Utilities have lead pipes?
Yes. El Paso Water Utilities reported 0 lead service lines and 9 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 231,661 total. 134,633 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on El Paso Water Utilities'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 El Paso Water Utilities 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 El Paso Water Utilities had lead violations?
EPA's data shows 2 Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for El Paso Water Utilities.
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
Local news sites, blogs and community groups can embed this card. It updates when EPA releases new data.
Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "El Paso Water Utilities lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/tx/el-paso-water-utilities/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.