WELLS BRANCH MUD 1 Lead Service Line Inventory
About this water system
WELLS BRANCH MUD 1 serves approximately 18,015 people in Texas. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead service line inventory status
As of now, WELLS BRANCH MUD 1 has not yet inventoried its lead service lines. No data is currently available on how many lead, galvanized, or non-lead lines may be in the system.
Federal law requires all water systems to complete a lead service line inventory by October 2024. If your system has not yet finished this work, it is still underway or in the planning stages.
What this means for your home
If you don't know whether your service line is lead, you cannot assume it's safe. Lead service lines pose a real risk—especially to infants, young children, and pregnant people—because lead can leach into drinking water. The risk is highest when water sits in pipes overnight or for several hours.
You don't need to wait for the full inventory to take action. Contact your water utility directly to ask about your specific address. They may have records showing which pipes serve your home, even if a full public inventory isn't complete yet.
How to reduce lead exposure now
- Flush your tap. Run cold water for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before drinking or cooking (longer if water hasn't been used for 6+ hours).
- Use cold water only for drinking and cooking. Hot water leaches lead faster.
- Install a filter. Certified filters (look for NSF 53 or NSF 58 certification) can reduce lead—but only if you replace the cartridge on schedule.
- Get your water tested. Contact your utility or a certified lab for a lead test ($20–$50). Results show whether lead is present in your home.
If you have health concerns about lead exposure, especially for children under 6, speak with your pediatrician or contact the CDC's health line.
Next steps for residents
- Call WELLS BRANCH MUD 1 to ask if they have records about your service line material.
- Request the lead service line inventory once it's complete, or ask for an estimated completion date.
- Flush your tap before drinking or cooking, especially after the water hasn't been used for several hours.
- Consider a lead test of your tap water to know your actual exposure level.
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?
Contact your water utility with your address—they may have records. You can also hire a plumber to inspect the line coming into your home, or scrape a small area of the pipe: lead is soft and gray underneath any corrosion. The utility's inventory, when complete, will show what they know about your line.
Is lead service line water safe to drink?
Lead can leach into water from lead pipes, especially if water sits in the pipes for hours. Flushing the tap first and using cold water reduces exposure. A water test will tell you if lead is actually present in your home.
When will WELLS BRANCH MUD 1 finish its lead inventory?
Federal law requires completion by October 2024. Contact the utility for their specific timeline and whether the inventory is already available.
What's the difference between a lead service line and a galvanized line?
Lead lines pose a direct contamination risk. Galvanized lines (steel coated with zinc) are safer but may still release small amounts of lead if they corrode. The inventory will distinguish between them.