Hochheim, TX Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Throughout Hochheim and across its water systems, EPA compliance data for TX shows above-average performance — violations are minimal, none of the tracked systems have recorded repeated MCL exceedances in recent cycles, and the safety picture has held steady across multiple reporting periods.
How Hochheim Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Hochheim Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.61 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Hochheim
As of current federal records, Hochheim, TX is served primarily by one water utility among 1 tracked system. That single provider handles infrastructure investment, rate adjustments, and regulatory reporting under EPA oversight.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Hochheim, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 5,815 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Hochheim — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Hochheim: B (73/100)
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
Hochheim water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Hochheim
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77967 | B | CITY OF YOAKUM | 5,815 |
All ZIP Codes in Hochheim
- 77967 [B]
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 Hochheim
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
Flood & Climate Risk in Hochheim
Over the multi-decade window covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Hochheim has accumulated 1 claim — a total that suggests more than isolated flood exposure. With 100% of ZIP codes in designated flood zones, the water-quality implications of flooding move from hypothetical to periodically relevant: treatment intake can be compromised, wells can be infiltrated, and distribution backflow can occur.
Hochheim has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims averaging $20,870 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>$1,800</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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