Richmond, TX: 114 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable
3 ZIP codes · 15 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
What You Should Know About Richmond Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 114 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 13% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 10.52.
Who Supplies Your Water in Richmond
When a city is linked to 15 water systems, as Richmond, TX is in federal records, water in one neighborhood may come from a different system than in another. The 3 systems with the largest reported populations are shown below, and their compliance records are kept separately, so a violation logged for one does not describe the others.
Overview
We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Richmond, Texas, covering 15 community water systems serving approximately 212,334 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 3 of 3 ZIP codes.
3 of 3 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Richmond water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0031 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
3 of 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice Rule | Reporting | 12 | 3 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 10 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 1 |
| Nitrate | Inorganic | 6 | 3 |
| 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene | Organic | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77406 | — | 84 | 1 | Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District |
| 77469 | — | 28 | 0 | City of Richmond |
| 77407 | — | 5 | 0 | Fort Bend County Municipal Utility District 134b |
All ZIP Codes in Richmond
- 77406 - 84 violations ⚠
- 77407 - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77469 - 28 violations recorded for mapped water systems
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.
Health Outcomes in Richmond
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
Top Contaminants in Richmond Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Richmond
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Construction dates in Richmond center on a median of 2007, and the Census figures behind it describe when homes were built, not what materials they contain.
Most homes in Richmond were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Richmond Homeowners
How large is the remediation estimate next to home prices in Richmond? Small in relative terms: it amounts to 1% of the median value or less, although the dollar figure below is still an estimate and actual costs vary by property and contractor.
Estimated remediation costs in Richmond can be compared with local home values. The $350–$1,000 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 55% above the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Richmond
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.
Roughly 13% of homes in Richmond were built before 1986, when federal law restricted lead in new plumbing.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Historical NFIP Claim Context in Richmond
Historical NFIP data for Richmond contains 1,582 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $82,554. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 0% 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 $600 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 Richmond, TX