Bend, TX Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Bend water quality is uneven — some service areas show clean compliance; others carry documented violations in TX EPA records.
How Bend Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Bend's Water Providers
The structure of water supply in Bend, TX is straightforward: one utility provides the bulk of residential service among 1 tracked system, concentrating rate-setting and infrastructure decisions under a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Bend, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 60 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Bend — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Bend: C (66/100)
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
Bend water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Bend
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76824 | C | CHEROKEE HOME FOR CHILDREN | 60 |
All ZIP Codes in Bend
- 76824 [C]
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.
Bend 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 You Can Do in Bend
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Bend, TX