CITY OF ARLINGTON Lead Service Line Inventory
What you need to know
The City of Arlington serves about 414,000 people in Texas. Your water system is required by federal law to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that may carry lead from the water main to your home.
Current status: Arlington has not yet completed a public inventory of its lead service lines. This means the utility has not published a count of homes served by lead pipes, galvanized pipes, or non-lead pipes.
Why this matters
A lead service line is one of the most direct pathways for lead to enter your drinking water. Even small amounts of lead exposure over time can affect health, especially in young children and pregnant people. The only way to know if your home has a lead service line is to check your utility's records or have a professional inspect the pipe entering your home.
What Arlington is doing
All water utilities must inventory their lead service lines under the Lead and Copper Rule, a federal regulation. Arlington is required to develop and share this inventory with the public. However, the timing and completion of that inventory varies by utility.
To find out the status of Arlington's inventory work:
- Contact the City of Arlington's water utility directly and ask when they expect to publish their lead service line inventory.
- Ask if they can tell you whether your address has a known lead service line, galvanized pipe, or non-lead pipe on file.
What you can do now
Even without a complete public inventory, you have options:
- Request your service line information directly from Arlington. Utilities maintain records of work done at your property over the years.
- Have a plumber inspect the pipe. If you can access where the water line enters your home (often in the basement or crawl space), a licensed plumber can identify the pipe material.
- Use a water filter certified for lead removal while you gather more information. Look for NSF/ANSI 53 certification.
Next steps for residents
- Call the City of Arlington water utility and ask for your service line status.
- Request a copy of their lead service line inventory timeline if it's not yet published.
- If concerned about exposure, contact your doctor or the CDC for guidance on testing.
- Consider having a plumber inspect your home's water line.
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 City of Arlington have lead service lines?
The City of Arlington has not yet published a complete public inventory, so the exact number of lead service lines is unknown. Your utility can tell you whether your specific address has a lead service line on file.
How do I know if my home in Arlington has a lead service line?
Contact the City of Arlington water utility with your address and ask them to check their records. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the water line where it enters your home.
Is lead in water dangerous?
Lead in drinking water is a health concern, especially for children and pregnant people. For specific health guidance, contact the CDC or talk to your doctor or pediatrician.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead in my Arlington water?
Request your service line information from Arlington, consider using an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter, and consult your doctor about testing if you're concerned about exposure.