WINDERMERE COMMUNITY Lead Service Line Inventory
Windermere Community Water System serves about 21,000 people in Texas. Like all US water utilities, it is required to maintain an inventory of lead service lines—the pipes that may carry water from the main water line under the street into your home.
What we know about Windermere Community's inventory
As of now, Windermere Community has not yet completed or made public a lead service line inventory. This is not uncommon; many smaller systems are still in the process of identifying which homes have lead service lines. The utility draws water from a surface source (like a lake or river), which affects corrosion control practices.
Without a completed inventory, you cannot look up your specific address on this system's records. However, this does not mean your home is lead-free—it means the utility has not yet conducted the survey required by federal law.
What you should do now
Contact Windermere Community directly. Ask:
- Do you have a completed lead service line inventory yet?
- Has my address been surveyed?
- If my line hasn't been identified, when will it be?
- What are the system's current corrosion control measures?
The utility can often tell you based on your home's age and construction records whether a lead service line is likely, even if a formal survey is incomplete.
About lead service lines
Lead service lines pose a real health risk, especially to young children and pregnant people. If your line is lead, the good news is that it can be replaced. Many utilities offer cost-sharing or free replacement programs. The federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) has funded lead line replacement across the country.
Do not wait for a perfect inventory to act. If your home was built before 1986, the odds of a lead service line are higher. A simple water test ($10–30 from a certified lab) can tell you if lead is present in your tap water.
Next steps for residents
- Call Windermere Community to ask about their inventory timeline and whether your address has been surveyed.
- Request a water test from the utility or a certified private lab.
- Ask about replacement funding if you have a lead line; federal and state grants may cover the cost.
- Check the CDC website for health information about lead in drinking water and children's health.
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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 I have a lead service line?
Windermere Community's inventory is not yet complete. Contact the utility directly and ask if your address has been surveyed. If not, ask about testing timelines. You can also get a water test ($10–30) to check for lead in your tap water right now.
Is Windermere Community's water safe to drink?
The utility draws from a surface water source and uses corrosion control to reduce lead leaching. However, a lead service line on your property can still introduce lead. A water test is the only way to know for sure what's in your tap water.
How much does it cost to replace a lead service line?
Federal and state grants now cover much of the cost in many areas. Contact Windermere Community about their replacement program and any funding they offer. Many utilities cover 50–100% of replacement costs.
What should I do if I'm worried about lead and my baby?
Call your pediatrician. In the meantime, use cold tap water for drinking and cooking (hot water leaches more lead), and let water run for 30 seconds before using it. A water test can tell you if lead is actually present.