Garland, TX: 18 Violations — 90/100 (2026)
9 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Although water quality varies across any metro, Garland's systems collectively post above-average compliance scores for TX — and documented violations are few.
How Garland Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Garland, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Garland score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Garland Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 18 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0012 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,933 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.84.
Who Supplies Your Water in Garland
3 independent water providers serve Garland, TX — 5 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 9 ZIP codes in Garland, Texas (population ~244,806), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 1,908,978 people region-wide.
9 of 9 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Garland: A (90/100)
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
Garland water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0012 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): 9 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 9 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 10 | 9 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75040 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75041 | B | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75042 | B | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75043 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75044 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75045 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75046 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75047 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
| 75049 | A | 2 | 0 | City of Garland |
All ZIP Codes in Garland
- 75040 [A] — 2 violations
- 75041 [B] — 2 violations
- 75042 [B] — 2 violations
- 75043 [A] — 2 violations
- 75044 [A] — 2 violations
- 75045 [A] — 2 violations
- 75046 [A] — 2 violations
- 75047 [A] — 2 violations
- 75049 [A] — 2 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
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Garland
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 Garland Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Garland Homeowners
The household financial picture for Garland homeowners is proportionally favorable — addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.
Remediation costs in Garland are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,283–$2,950 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 7% above the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Garland
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 Garland 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 Garland
Flood risk in Garland occupies the middle ground: 465 NFIP claims and 67% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Garland has a moderate flood history with 465 FEMA claims averaging $22,993 per payout. 67% 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>$1,933</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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Garland, TX