Kingwood, TX: 24 Violations — 71/100 (2026)
3 ZIP codes · 4 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Although water quality varies across any metro, Kingwood's systems collectively post above-average compliance scores for TX — and documented violations are few.
How Kingwood Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Kingwood Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 24 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 34% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,067 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.98.
Water Systems Serving Kingwood
3 water utilities share the residential service territory in Kingwood, TX — out of 4 total systems in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Kingwood, Texas (population ~70,938), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 3,077,106 people region-wide.
3 of 3 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Kingwood: B (71/100)
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
Kingwood water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Kingwood
- 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): 3 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 20 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77325 | B | 8 | 0 | Apache Mobile Home Park |
| 77339 | C | 8 | 0 | City of Houston |
| 77345 | C | 8 | 0 | City of Houston |
All ZIP Codes in Kingwood
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 Kingwood
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Kingwood
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Kingwood'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
Kingwood's residential inventory spans multiple construction eras, with the median build year of 1989 landing in a zone where pre- and post-1986 homes are both well represented. That split matters because homes built before 1986 may contain lead-soldered copper joints — a plumbing practice banned that year — while those built before 1970 face the additional possibility of lead pipes in the service line. Whether a specific household sits on the older or newer end of this distribution is the primary variable shaping its individual exposure risk.
Most homes in Kingwood 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.
Kingwood: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Kingwood, property values comfortably outpace what documented remediation typically costs — the equity share is proportionally low.
Remediation costs in Kingwood are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,467–$3,267 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 62% above the Texas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Kingwood
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.
Locally, 34% of Kingwood homes carry interior plumbing from the era when lead solder was still permitted in new builds, and citywide monitoring approaches or crosses the EPA action benchmark. Households can find a draw-test kit and certified filtration through verified retailers.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Kingwood
Over the multi-decade span covered by the National Flood Insurance Program, Kingwood has accumulated 4070 flood claims — a total that reflects a community where significant flooding is a recurring, documented feature of the local environment. That history has direct relevance to water quality. Each major flood event activates contamination pathways that are absent or dormant during dry conditions: treatment plants handling floodwater-saturated intake face sharply elevated contaminant loads; private wells in low-lying FEMA-designated zones — which cover 100% of local ZIP codes — can be infiltrated by surface runoff carrying bacteria, sediment, and chemical residue; distribution systems under pressure during flooding can experience backflow that draws untreated water into the supply.
Kingwood has a significant flood history with 4,070 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $103,269 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$2,067</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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