KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 Lead Service Line Inventory
What is this page?
This page tells you what we know about lead service lines (pipes) in the KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 water system, which serves about 3,771 people in Texas. Lead service lines can allow lead to leach into drinking water. Your home may have one, even if the system overall has few of them.
Current inventory status
KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 has not yet completed a lead service line inventory. This means the utility has not systematically identified which homes are connected to lead pipes. This does not mean your home is safe—it means the status is unknown.
Under the Lead and Copper Rule, water systems nationwide must inventory their service lines by October 2024. If your utility missed that deadline, they may be subject to compliance orders. Contact the utility directly to ask about their timeline.
What you need to know
You cannot assume your home is lead-free. Even in systems with low or zero known lead service lines, some homes may still have them. Homes built before 1986—especially between 1950 and 1980—are at higher risk.
The only way to know for certain is to:
- Contact KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 and ask if your specific address is served by a lead service line.
- Request a free or low-cost water test if the utility cannot confirm your line material.
- Have a licensed plumber inspect the water line where it enters your home (it's often visible in the basement, crawlspace, or under the sink).
Health concerns
Lead exposure has no safe level, especially for children under 6 and pregnant people. If you're concerned about lead in your water, talk to your pediatrician or visit the CDC's lead exposure page.
Next steps for residents
- Call or email KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 and ask: "Do you have a lead service line at my address?" or "When will your service line inventory be complete?"
- Request a water test if the utility cannot confirm your line material.
- Have your water tested for lead by a certified lab if you're pregnant, have young children, or live in a home built before 1986.
- Check for visible lead lines in your home—lead pipes are dull gray and soft (a penny will leave a mark).
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
How do I know if my home has a lead service line?
Contact KAUFMAN COUNTY MUD 10 and give them your address. They should tell you the material of your service line. If they can't, you can have a plumber inspect it, or request a water test for lead from a certified lab.
Is my water safe to drink if my system hasn't completed an inventory?
Unknown service line material means unknown risk. If your line is lead or galvanized (which can contain lead), water quality depends on pH, temperature, and other factors. The safest step is to ask your utility for your address's line material and test if needed.
What should I do if I think my water has lead?
Have your water tested by a certified lab and contact your pediatrician or doctor if you're worried about exposure. Your water utility may also offer free or low-cost testing.
Can I remove lead from my water myself?
Some filters can reduce lead—look for NSF/ANSI 53 certification—but the best solution is replacing the service line. Talk to your water utility about replacement programs or financial assistance.