Knickerbocker, TX Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Knickerbocker, TX: reliable drinking water, above-average safety record, few violations.
How Knickerbocker Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Knickerbocker Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.72 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Knickerbocker
At present, 2 utilities serve the bulk of Knickerbocker, TX's residential water connections out of 2 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 1 ZIP code in Knickerbocker, Texas, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 1,442 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Knickerbocker — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Knickerbocker: 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
Knickerbocker water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Knickerbocker
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76939 | B | Tom Green County Fwsd 3 | 960 |
All ZIP Codes in Knickerbocker
- 76939 [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.
CDC Health Data for Knickerbocker
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
Climate-Related Water Risk for Knickerbocker
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Knickerbocker falls in moderate-exposure territory — 1 documented incident spanning multiple decades, with 100% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Knickerbocker has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims averaging $16,431 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>$1,200</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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