CITY OF GEORGETOWN Lead Service Line Inventory
The City of Georgetown serves approximately 191,639 people in Texas. Like all US water utilities, Georgetown is required by federal law to maintain an inventory of lead service lines (LSLs)—the pipes that connect the water main to individual homes.
What you should know
A lead service line is a direct pipeline from the city's water main into your home. If your line is made of lead, drinking water can pick up lead as it travels through the pipe. Even low levels of lead exposure can affect children's development, so knowing your service line material matters.
Georgetown draws its water from surface sources. The city is in the early stages of documenting its service line inventory—right now, the number of inventoried lines stands at zero. This doesn't mean Georgetown doesn't have lead lines; it means the mapping and documentation process is underway.
Why the inventory matters
Federal law requires all water systems to identify which homes have lead service lines and share that information with residents by 2027. Georgetown's inventory will eventually show:
- How many lead lines serve the city
- Whether any lines are galvanized (which can also leach lead)
- The replacement timeline and plan
- Funding allocated for removal
Until that inventory is complete and public, you won't know for certain if your home has a lead line without contacting the city directly.
How to find out if you have a lead service line
Contact the City of Georgetown directly and ask about your address. The utility should be able to tell you:
- Whether your service line is documented in their inventory
- The material of your line (lead, copper, galvanized steel, PVC, etc.)
- Any replacement programs or timelines
Keep asking until you get a clear answer. If Georgetown doesn't yet have records for your address, ask when records will be available and request a visual inspection of the line where it enters your home (usually in the basement or crawlspace).
If you have a lead service line
The safest approach is replacement. However, if replacement isn't immediately possible, the EPA recommends:
- Flushing your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking
- Using cold water (hot water leaches more lead)
- Considering a certified water filter for drinking water
If you have young children or pregnant family members, talk to your pediatrician or healthcare provider about testing.
Next steps for residents
- Call the City of Georgetown water utility and ask about your service line material and their inventory timeline.
- Ask for a written record of what material your line is made from.
- Visit the EPA's lead and copper rule page for current guidance on testing and water filters.
- Check back on LeadPipeCheck periodically—this page will update as Georgetown completes and releases its inventory.
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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
Does Georgetown have lead in its water?
Lead gets into water through service lines and home plumbing, not from the source water itself. Georgetown uses surface water, which is treated for safety. Whether lead reaches your tap depends on whether your service line is made of lead. That's why the city is mapping its lines now.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line in Georgetown?
Contact the City of Georgetown water utility directly with your address. They should tell you the material of your service line. If they don't have records yet, ask when they will and request to know as soon as information for your address is available.
Is Georgetown replacing lead service lines?
Georgetown's replacement plan details are not yet public. Contact the utility to ask about their timeline and whether you qualify for any assistance programs. Federal funding (via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law) is available for replacements.
Should I get my water tested for lead?
If you have a lead service line, flushing your tap and using cold water can reduce exposure while you plan replacement. For advice on testing or health concerns, contact your pediatrician or the Texas Department of State Health Services.