Merit, TX Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Merit: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Compliance figures for Merit indicate average water quality in TX overall - some service areas have recorded health-based violations in recent monitoring cycles, while others operate cleanly, making system-level data the most actionable reference point for residents.
How Merit Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Merit Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.21 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Merit
A single dominant system supplies most of Merit, TX. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Merit, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 5,373 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Merit as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Merit: C (66/100)
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
Merit water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Merit
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75458 | C | HICKORY CREEK SUD | 5,373 |
All ZIP Codes in Merit
- 75458 [C]
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 Merit
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 You Can Do in Merit
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Merit, TX