TOWN OF HIGHLAND PARK Lead Service Line Inventory
About This Water System
The Town of Highland Park (PWSID: TX0570049) serves approximately 8,959 residents in Texas with water from surface sources. Like all US water systems, Highland Park is required by federal law to identify and report on lead service lines—pipes that connect the public water main to individual homes.
What We Know About Lead Service Lines Here
As of now, the Town of Highland Park has not completed a lead service line inventory. No data on lead pipes has been entered into the public record yet.
This doesn't mean there are no lead service lines in the system. It means the utility is still in the process of identifying them. Federal rules under the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions require all water systems to complete inventories and make results public by October 2024 (with possible extensions for smaller systems).
Why This Matters
Lead service lines are a direct pathway for lead to enter your home's drinking water, especially in homes built before 1980. Even "low" lead levels can pose health risks to young children and pregnant people. The only way to know if your home has a lead service line is to:
1. Check the public inventory once the Town posts it 2. Contact the utility directly with your address 3. Hire a plumber to inspect your property line
What the Town Should Do Next
Highland Park needs to:
- Complete a full inventory of all service lines and classify each one (lead, non-lead, or unknown)
- Publish the results online so you can look up your address
- Develop a replacement plan for any confirmed lead lines
- Prioritize replacements for homes with children under 6 or pregnant residents
Next Steps for Residents
- Contact the Town of Highland Park water department with your street address and ask about lead service lines on your property
- Don't wait for the inventory—a licensed plumber can inspect your service line now if you're concerned
- Use a water filter certified for lead (NSF Standard 53) as an interim measure while you determine your line material
- Check the CDC website for guidance on reducing lead exposure in homes
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does the Town of Highland Park have lead in the water?
Lead gets into water through lead service lines and lead-containing plumbing, not from the water source itself. The Town has not yet completed its service line inventory, so it's unknown how many lead lines exist in the system. Contact the utility with your address to ask about your specific property.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Once the Town publishes its inventory, you can look up your address online. Until then, call the utility, or hire a plumber to inspect the line running from the street to your home—lead pipe is typically dull gray and soft enough to scratch with a coin.
Is it safe to drink tap water if there's a lead service line?
Lead can leach into water from service lines, especially if water is corrosive or sits in pipes for hours. Run your tap for 30 seconds before drinking, use a NSF-certified lead filter, and have your water tested. If you have a young child or are pregnant, contact your doctor or the CDC for guidance.
When will the Town of Highland Park finish its lead service line inventory?
Federal law requires completion by October 2024, though smaller systems may receive extensions. Contact the Town to ask about their timeline and to request your property information now.