Panola, TX Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Panola: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
While Panola avoids TX's lowest safety tiers, a portion of its water systems have logged documented violations.
How Panola Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Water Systems Serving Panola
Water service in Panola, TX is organized around a single utility - one of 1 tracked by regulator, and the one that manages the local distribution network while holding primary responsibility for EPA compliance reporting.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Panola, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,836 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Panola as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Panola: 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
Panola water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Panola
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75685 | C | BLOCKER CROSSROADS WSC | 1,836 |
All ZIP Codes in Panola
- 75685 [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 Panola
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 Panola
- 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 Panola, TX