Kerrville, TX: 8 Health Violations — 86/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
In current TX EPA data, Kerrville's tap water sits in the high-safety tier.
How Kerrville Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Kerrville Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 14 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0022 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,650 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.2 — above typical levels.
Kerrville's Water Providers
Kerrville, TX draws its residential water from 3 separate providers among the 5 federally tracked systems. Each operates independently, with its own infrastructure, rate structure, and compliance record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Kerrville, Texas, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 40,829 people.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Kerrville: A (86/100)
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
Kerrville water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0022 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): 2 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 12 | 2 |
| Selenium | Inorganic | 3 | 2 |
| Total Organic Carbon | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78028 | B | 7 | 4 | City of Kerrville |
| 78029 | A | 7 | 4 | City of Kerrville |
All ZIP Codes in Kerrville
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.
Kerrville Community Health Snapshot
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
What's in Kerrville's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Kerrville
Property equity in Kerrville runs well ahead of estimated remediation costs — a cost-to-value ratio that sits in the low tier, meaning documented water and safety issues here are the kind homeowners can plan to address without treating the expense as a significant budget event relative to what their homes are worth.
Remediation costs in Kerrville are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,650–$4,400 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 23% above the Texas average.
Kerrville: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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 Kerrville 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.
Kerrville: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
FEMA data shows 100% of Kerrville's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 135 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
Kerrville has a moderate flood history with 135 FEMA claims averaging $24,464 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>$2,650</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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