Desdemona, TX: 35 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Desdemona Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 35 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0037 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 77% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.35.
Water Systems Serving Desdemona
Sorted by reported population served, the top 3 of 3 public water systems mapped to Desdemona, TX appear below, each with its own federal compliance record.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Desdemona, Texas (population ~363), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 7,216 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. 19 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Desdemona water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0037 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 38 | 1 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 12 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 6 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 6 | 1 |
| Chlorine | Disinfectant | 6 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76445 | — | 35 | 19 | City of Gorman |
All ZIP Codes in Desdemona
- 76445 - 35 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.
CDC Health Data for Desdemona
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Desdemona
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Desdemona's Housing Stock?
With 77% 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
Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Desdemona's housing; median build year 1901.
Over half of homes in Desdemona 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.
Protecting Children from Lead in Desdemona
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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Desdemona, TX