Mesquite, TX: 2 Health Violations - Home Safety 82/100
5 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated
ZipCheckup grade for Mesquite: B.
This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.
Looking at federal compliance records for Mesquite, 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 Mesquite Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Mesquite Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 14 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $620 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 11.84.
Mesquite's Water Providers
More than one public water system is linked to Mesquite, TX: federal records tie 6 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.
- C
- A
- C
Overview
We track home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Mesquite, Texas (population ~149,890), covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 1,814,616 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 5 ZIP codes.
3 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mesquite: B (82/100)
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
Mesquite water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0019 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 3 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
5 of 5 ZIP records with known zones are 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule Revisions | Treatment Technique | 12 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 3 |
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 7 | 2 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 4 | 1 |
| Chlorine | Disinfectant | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75181 | C | 11 | 2 | City of Mesquite |
| 75149 | A | 8 | 1 | City of Mesquite |
| 75150 | A | 5 | 0 | City of Mesquite |
All ZIP Codes in Mesquite
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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Mesquite Community Health Snapshot
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
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What's in Mesquite's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Mesquite Infrastructure Age
With 50% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
By Census estimates, roughly half or more of the homes in Mesquite were built before 1986; the median build year is 1984.
Over half of homes in Mesquite were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Mesquite
Because the median home value in Mesquite is large relative to the estimated cost of remediation, the ratio between them stays at or below 1%; that is a statement about two area-level numbers, not a quote for a particular house or a judgment about what an owner can pay.
Estimated remediation costs in Mesquite can be compared with local home values. The $360–$1,040 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 3% below the Texas average.
Mesquite: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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.
If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Mesquite: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Mesquite contains 125 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $13,706. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 67% 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 $620 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 Mesquite, TX