City of McKinney Lead Service Line Inventory

The City of McKinney serves approximately 224,043 people across the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Like all U.S. water systems, McKinney is required to identify and manage lead service lines—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes.

What we know about McKinney's lead service lines

McKinney draws its water from surface sources. The city has not yet published a detailed lead service line inventory in the public LeadPipeLookup database, which means specific counts of lead, galvanized, or non-lead pipes are not currently available online.

This does not mean your home is unsafe. It means the inventory data either hasn't been finalized and released, or is not yet linked in this directory.

How to find McKinney's lead data

Contact the City of McKinney directly:

• Call or email the Water Utilities Department and ask for the lead service line inventory report.
• Ask specifically: Do you have a current count of lead lines? When was the inventory completed? Is there a public map available?
• Request information about your street or your address if you're concerned about a specific property.

Check for federal funding: McKinney may have received grants under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support lead pipe replacement. Ask your utility whether they have received funding and what replacement timeline they've committed to.

Look for a water quality report: Every water system publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). This document includes lead test results from homes and may describe inventory work. Ask McKinney to mail you a copy or search their website for "water quality report."

What to do if you're concerned

If you suspect your home has a lead service line:

• Do not panic. Lead pipes pose no risk if water sits for less than 6 hours before use. Running cold water for 30 seconds before drinking flushes the line.
• Request a water test. McKinney can test your water for lead. This is the only reliable way to know exposure.
• Ask about replacement programs. Many water systems offer partial or full funding for homeowners to replace lead lines. Your utility can tell you if you qualify.

Next steps for residents

• Contact City of McKinney Water Utilities to request the lead service line inventory and ask about your address.
• Request a free or low-cost lead water test from your utility.
• If results show elevated lead, ask about replacement assistance programs.
• For health concerns, consult your pediatrician or the CDC's lead guidance.

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