CITY REPORT TX HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Chireno, TX: 15 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$79K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.4% of home value)

What You Should Know About Chireno Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 15 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 54% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.11.

Who Supplies Your Water in Chireno

The 3 largest of 4 systems connected with Chireno, TX are listed below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Chireno, Texas (population ~1,179), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 10,063 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. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Chireno water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0022 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
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 8 1
Public Notice Rule Reporting 8 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 6 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
75937 — 15 2 Melrose Water Supply Corporation

All ZIP Codes in Chireno

  • 75937 - 15 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Chireno

10.9%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.8%
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 10.9% ↑
Diabetes 13.2% ↑
Mental Health 19.8% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Chireno Water

Lead and Copper Rule 8 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Public Notice Rule 8 violations
Reporting
Consumer Confidence Rule 6 violations
Reporting

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Chireno

1985
Median Build Year
54%
Built Before 1986
22%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 54% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

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

Housing Age Profile

Viewed through the lens of construction era, Chireno has a median build year of 1985; houses completed ahead of 1986 can hold lead-bearing solder or fittings.

1985
Median Year Built
54%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
22%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (22%) 1970–1986 (32%) Post-1986 (46%)

Over half of homes in Chireno were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Chireno Homeowners

In Chireno, estimated remediation comes to 1% or less of the median home value.

Median Home Value
$79,000
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.4%

Estimated remediation costs in Chireno can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 65% below the Texas average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Chireno

54%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0022
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Chireno?
EPA records list 15 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Chireno water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Chireno water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Chireno is 0.0022 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 many water systems serve Chireno?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Chireno. The related population figure in our data is approximately 1,179 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Chireno?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Chireno: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Chireno, TX: 15 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/tx/chireno/
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