CITY REPORT TX HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

China Spring, TX: PFAS Found in Water - Home Safety 81/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for China Spring: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Tap water system records for China Spring, TX support a high grade on this site; review your own system's entries for specifics.

How China Spring Compares

China Spring81/100
Texas avg83/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 81
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$348K
Median Home Value
$800
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for China Spring Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 27 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 35% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $800 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.61.

China Spring's Water Providers

More than one public water system is linked to China Spring, TX: federal records tie 5 systems to the area, and the 3 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in China Spring, Texas (population ~6,037), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 152,897 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for China Spring: B (81/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

China Spring water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Public Notice Rule Reporting 6 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene Organic 2 1
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene Organic 2 1
Xylenes, Total Organic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
76633 B 27 1 City of Waco

All ZIP Codes in China Spring

  • 76633 [B] - 27 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

China Spring Community Health Snapshot

10.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.5%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
18.4%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.4% ↑
Diabetes 12.5% ↑
Mental Health 18.4% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in China Spring's Water?

Public Notice Rule 6 violations
Reporting
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 4 violations
Treatment Technique
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 2 violations
Organic

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

China Spring Infrastructure Age

1995
Median Build Year
35%
Built Before 1986
3%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

China Spring's housing spans eras before and after 1986; its median build year is 1995.

1995
Median Year Built
35%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
3%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (3%) 1970–1986 (32%) Post-1986 (65%)

Most homes in China Spring were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in China Spring

Relative to home values, China Spring remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value
$348,100
Est. Remediation
$800
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in China Spring can be compared with local home values. The $450–$1,400 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 52% above the Texas average.

China Spring: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

35%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0019
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

China Spring: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context

6
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$149,998
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for China Spring contains 6 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $149,998. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $800 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for China Spring, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for China Spring, TX?
China Spring has an average Home Safety Score of 81/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 27 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving China Spring?
EPA records list 27 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for China Spring water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does China Spring water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of China Spring is 0.0019 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does China Spring compare to Texas average?
China Spring has an average Home Safety Score of 81/100, which is below the Texas state average of 83/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve China Spring?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in China Spring. The related population figure in our data is approximately 6,037 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in China Spring?
Estimated remediation cost per household in China Spring: $800; modeled range $450 to $1,400. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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