Beaumont, TX: 70 Health Violations — 79/100 (2026)
14 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Beaumont tap water earns a high safety grade — above-average compliance with TX and federal standards.
How Beaumont Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Beaumont, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for Beaumont's 14 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for Beaumont Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 210 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0008 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,279 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.39 — above typical levels.
Beaumont's Water Providers
Multiple utilities divide Beaumont, TX's water service — 3 leading providers among 10 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 14 ZIP codes in Beaumont, Texas (population ~141,516), covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 217,487 people region-wide.
14 of 14 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 70 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Beaumont: B (79/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Beaumont water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0008 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 14 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 75 | 14 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 75 | 14 |
| Contaminant 1009 | Other | 30 | 14 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 15 | 14 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 15 | 14 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77701 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77702 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77703 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77704 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77705 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77706 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77707 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77708 | B | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77709 | A | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
| 77710 | A | 15 | 5 | City of Beaumont Water Utility Department |
All ZIP Codes in Beaumont
- 77701 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77702 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77703 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77704 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77705 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77706 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77707 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77708 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77709 [A] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77710 [A] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77713 [B] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77720 [A] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77725 [A] — 15 violations ⚠
- 77726 [A] — 15 violations ⚠
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Beaumont Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Beaumont's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Beaumont
Property value and cost data for Beaumont produce a moderate remediation-share classification — a level where advance financial planning has real practical value and the commitment is realistic for most homeowners who approach it deliberately.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Beaumont. The estimated $1,436–$3,971 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 29% below the Texas average.
Beaumont: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Lead risk in Beaumont appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Beaumont: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Substantially more flood exposure than most communities appears in Beaumont's NFIP record — 10404 documented claims and 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA flood zones. That exposure level makes the water-quality implications of flooding an active planning consideration rather than a background one.
Beaumont has a significant flood history with 10,404 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $29,317 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,279</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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