CITY REPORT TX HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 3

Little Elm, TX: 3 Health Violations - Home Safety 83/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Little Elm: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Looking at federal compliance records for Little Elm, TX: the city earns a grade in the top two bands here, and each serving system's violation history can be reviewed individually for what lies behind it.

How Little Elm Compares

Little Elm83/100
Texas avg83/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 83
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$386K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About Little Elm Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 50 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 5% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.56.

Who Supplies Your Water in Little Elm

More than one public water system is linked to Little Elm, TX: federal records tie 5 systems to the area, and the 3 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Little Elm, Texas (population ~70,562), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 165,230 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 3 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Little Elm: B (83/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Little Elm water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0023 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Public Notice Rule Reporting 28 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 22 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 22 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 10 1
Chlorine Disinfectant 10 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
75068 B 50 3 Town of Little Elm

All ZIP Codes in Little Elm

  • 75068 [B] - 50 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Little Elm

9.3%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
9.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.8%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.3% ↓
Diabetes 9.9% ↓
Mental Health 15.8% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Little Elm Water

Public Notice Rule 28 violations
Reporting
Lead and Copper Rule 22 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage
Consumer Confidence Rule 22 violations
Reporting

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Little Elm

2001
Median Build Year
5%
Built Before 1986
1%
Built Before 1970
PEX or Copper
Likely Pipe Material

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

Construction dates in Little Elm center on a median of 2001, and the Census figures behind it describe when homes were built, not what materials they contain.

2001
Median Year Built
5%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
1%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (1%) 1970–1986 (4%) Post-1986 (95%)

Most homes in Little Elm were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Little Elm Homeowners

How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Little Elm? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.

Median Home Value
$386,300
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Little Elm can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 69% above the Texas average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Little Elm

5%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0023
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

No safe blood lead level in children has been identified, according to CDC, so an area average under 0.010 mg/L does not rule out exposure at home. In Little Elm, 5% of homes were built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Little Elm

20
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$10,954
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
0%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Little Elm contains 20 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $10,954. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $1,100 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Little Elm, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Little Elm, TX?
Little Elm has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 50 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Little Elm?
EPA records list 50 EPA violations, including 3 health-based violations for Little Elm water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Little Elm water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Little Elm is 0.0023 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Little Elm compare to Texas average?
Little Elm has an average Home Safety Score of 83/100, which is at or above the Texas state average of 83/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Little Elm?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Little Elm. The related population figure in our data is approximately 70,562 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Little Elm?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Little Elm: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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