Del Rio, TX: 24 Violations — 88/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Del Rio, TX serve households with few reported safety events.
How Del Rio Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Del Rio Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 24 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0017 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.46 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Del Rio
Across Del Rio, TX, residential water comes from 3 primary utilities rather than a single consolidated provider. Each system operates independently — managing its own distribution infrastructure, rate schedules, and EPA compliance filings. Federal records track 5 water systems in the area, with these top providers accounting for the majority of residential connections.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Del Rio, Texas, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 47,053 people.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Del Rio: A (88/100)
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
Del Rio water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0017 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): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 15 | 4 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78840 | B | 6 | 0 | Del Rio Utilities Commission |
| 78841 | A | 6 | 0 | Del Rio Utilities Commission |
| 78842 | A | 6 | 0 | Del Rio Utilities Commission |
| 78847 | A | 6 | 0 | Del Rio Utilities Commission |
All ZIP Codes in Del Rio
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.
Health Outcomes in Del Rio
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
Top Contaminants in Del Rio Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Del Rio Homeowners
Across Del Rio, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Del Rio are relatively low compared to home values. The $933–$2,033 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 34% below the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Del Rio
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 Del Rio 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.
Flood & Climate Risk in Del Rio
50% of ZIP codes in Del Rio are mapped into FEMA-designated flood zones, and the NFIP records 157 claims reflecting a multi-event flood history. That combination places local flood exposure in the range where water-quality implications deserve at least periodic attention.
Del Rio has a moderate flood history with 157 FEMA claims averaging $8,664 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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>$1,400</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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