Port Arthur, TX: 8 Health Violations — 82/100 (2026)
4 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems serving Port Arthur hold a strong EPA compliance record — the city places among the better-performing areas in TX with few health-based violations on file.
How Port Arthur Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Port Arthur Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 12 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0024 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,350 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.39 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Port Arthur
Federal records list 2 water systems tied to Port Arthur, TX. Of those, 2 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 4 ZIP codes in Port Arthur, Texas, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 55,531 people.
4 of 4 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 8 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Port Arthur: B (82/100)
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
Port Arthur water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0024 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 4 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 10 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 5 | 4 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77640 | B | 3 | 2 | City of Port Arthur |
| 77641 | A | 3 | 2 | City of Port Arthur |
| 77642 | B | 3 | 2 | City of Port Arthur |
| 77643 | A | 3 | 2 | City of Port Arthur |
All ZIP Codes in Port Arthur
- 77640 [B] — 3 violations ⚠
- 77641 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
- 77642 [B] — 3 violations ⚠
- 77643 [A] — 3 violations ⚠
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 Port Arthur
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Port Arthur
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Port Arthur: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Given that Port Arthur falls in the elevated cost-to-value tier, the equity impact of documented remediation is a real financial planning challenge for most homeowners.
At 2.4% of home value, remediation costs in Port Arthur represent a significant financial burden. For homes valued near the median, fixing water and safety issues could cost $1,525–$3,725. Home values here are 57% below the Texas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Port Arthur
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.
Lead risk in Port Arthur appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Port Arthur
Port Arthur carries a substantial flood exposure profile — 6872 claims filed over the program's long tracking window and 100% of ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. For water quality, that exposure level means flooding has likely stressed local treatment and distribution infrastructure on multiple occasions, creating periodic windows of elevated contamination risk.
Port Arthur has a significant flood history with 6,872 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $33,333 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$2,350</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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