Ivanhoe, TX Water Safety: 88/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Ivanhoe tap water earns a high safety grade — above-average compliance with TX and federal standards.
How Ivanhoe Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Ivanhoe Water: The Quick Version
- Homes built before 1986: 19% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 14.21 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Ivanhoe
Water supply in Ivanhoe, TX follows a divided structure: 3 utilities account for the largest share of residential service out of 3 total systems, each managing its own distribution network and EPA reporting. Because these systems operate independently, rate decisions and compliance outcomes are determined separately.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ivanhoe, Texas (population ~1,041), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 6,427 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Ivanhoe — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ivanhoe: A (88/100)
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
Ivanhoe water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Ivanhoe
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75447 | A | White Shed Water Supply Corporation | 2,441 |
All ZIP Codes in Ivanhoe
- 75447 [A]
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.
CDC Health Data for Ivanhoe
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
How Old Is Ivanhoe's Housing Stock?
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
Cities with large shares of pre-1986 housing carry elevated aggregate risk from lead-soldered plumbing; Ivanhoe sits on the lower end of that spectrum. The median build year of 1991 reflects a housing stock in which post-ban construction is dominant — meaning lead-soldered copper joints are less prevalent across the city as a whole. Still, aggregate figures don't tell you what's happening inside a specific older home. Any structure built before 1986, and particularly those built before 1970 when lead pipes were commonly installed, can still present meaningful lead risk regardless of the city-wide picture.
Most homes in Ivanhoe 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.
Protecting Children from Lead in Ivanhoe
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.
Reading aggregate data alone gives a clean picture for Ivanhoe — system samples below the federal action mark and 19% pre-rule housing — yet that math averages many service connections. A one-tap draw gives the only direct read for a specific home.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
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