Olden, TX Water Safety: 88/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Olden, TX water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Olden Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Olden Water: The Quick Version
- Homes built before 1986: 41% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 14.35 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Olden
A single utility carries the primary residential water load in Olden, TX — the dominant provider across 1 federally tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Olden, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 620 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Olden — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Olden: A (88/100)
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
Olden water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Olden
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76466 | A | Olden Water Supply Corporation | 783 |
All ZIP Codes in Olden
- 76466 [A]
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 Olden
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
How Old Is Olden's Housing Stock?
With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Reading the housing data for Olden, with a median build year of 1980, reveals a community where neither old nor new construction dominates. That balanced profile means lead-solder-era plumbing is present throughout a meaningful portion of the residential inventory — with risk concentrated in properties built before 1986 and most acute in those that predate 1970.
Most homes in Olden 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.
Protecting Children from Lead in Olden
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.
Households with kids in the home — for whom CDC guidance places particular weight on minimizing exposure — face a specific local picture in Olden. 41% of homes here come from the pre-rule era, and aggregate utility samples either approach or cross 0.015 mg/L. A baseline draw-test kit and certified lead-removal filtration are available via retailer networks for households confirming conditions at a specific tap.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Olden, TX