Denton, TX: 4 Health Violations - Home Safety 95/100
10 ZIP codes · 11 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Denton: A.
Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.
Denton, TX scores in the upper band of the ZipCheckup grade.
How Denton Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Water Quality Map: Denton, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Denton score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Denton Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 79 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0037 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 38% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $650 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.56.
Who Supplies Your Water in Denton
The 3 largest of 11 systems connected with Denton, TX are listed below.
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Overview
We track home safety data for 10 ZIP codes in Denton, Texas, covering 11 community water systems serving approximately 170,630 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 7 of 10 ZIP codes.
4 of 7 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (57%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Denton: A (95/100)
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
Denton water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0037 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 7 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
10 of 10 ZIP records with known zones are 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 | 25 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 17 | 4 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 16 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 9 | 2 |
| Chlorine | Disinfectant | 8 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76208 | A | 38 | 2 | City of Denton |
| 76207 | A | 30 | 1 | City of Denton |
| 76210 | A | 15 | 1 | City of Denton |
| 76209 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Denton |
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76201 | A | City of Denton | 150,037 |
| 76203 | — | City of Denton | 150,037 |
| 76205 | A | City of Denton | 150,037 |
All ZIP Codes in Denton
- 76201 [A]
- 76202
- 76203
- 76204
- 76205 [A]
- 76206
- 76207 [A] - 30 violations ⚠
- 76208 [A] - 38 violations ⚠
- 76209 [A] - 2 violations
- 76210 [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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Health Outcomes in Denton
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Top Contaminants in Denton Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Denton
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
Lead solder was allowed in new plumbing until the 1986 federal restrictions, which is why older homes in Denton deserve a closer look; the median build year is 1997.
Most homes in Denton 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Denton Homeowners
Compared with typical property prices, the remediation estimate for Denton is small in percentage terms - at or under one percent.
Estimated remediation costs in Denton can be compared with local home values. The $375–$1,100 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 53% above the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Denton
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.
Historical NFIP Claim Context in Denton
Historical NFIP data for Denton contains 184 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $21,061. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 50% 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 $650 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 Denton, TX