Georgetown, TX: 4 Health Violations — 89/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Across Georgetown, EPA monitoring data shows low violation rates and healthy safety margins — a pattern that places the city well above TX's average for drinking water compliance across recent reporting cycles.
How Georgetown Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Georgetown Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 48 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0039 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 15% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,700 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.48.
Who Supplies Your Water in Georgetown
At present, 3 utilities serve the bulk of Georgetown, TX's residential water connections out of 10 systems active in the area, spread across independent providers with separate infrastructure and compliance obligations.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Georgetown, Texas (population ~118,718), covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 503,206 people region-wide.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Georgetown: A (89/100)
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
Georgetown water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0039 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 | 20 | 4 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 15 | 4 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 10 | 4 |
| Contaminant 0800 | Other | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78626 | B | 12 | 1 | City of Georgetown |
| 78627 | A | 12 | 1 | City of Georgetown |
| 78628 | A | 12 | 1 | City of Georgetown |
| 78633 | A | 12 | 1 | City of Georgetown |
All ZIP Codes in Georgetown
- 78626 [B] — 12 violations ⚠
- 78627 [A] — 12 violations ⚠
- 78628 [A] — 12 violations ⚠
- 78633 [A] — 12 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 Georgetown
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 Georgetown Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Georgetown
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
A post-1986 majority in Georgetown's housing inventory — median build year 2004 — generally signals lower aggregate plumbing-era lead risk.
Most homes in Georgetown were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Georgetown Homeowners
Given current Georgetown valuations, the remediation-to-property-value ratio is low — most homeowners are looking at a proportionally modest share that fits within routine financial planning.
Remediation costs in Georgetown are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,750–$3,900 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 94% above the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Georgetown
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.
In Georgetown, the older-stock footprint runs at 15% — a contained slice — and aggregate utility readings land safely under the EPA action mark. That keeps lead off the local priority list, with a one-faucet draw remaining the only direct read on a specific address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Georgetown
Flood risk in Georgetown occupies the middle ground: 127 NFIP claims and 100% 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.
Georgetown has a moderate flood history with 127 FEMA claims averaging $32,523 per payout. 100% 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>$2,700</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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