Rio Grande City, TX - Home Safety Score unavailable
1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated
Data: EPA SDWIS
Key Facts for Rio Grande City Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 135 violations since 2021.
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0008 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 35% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
- Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.62.
Rio Grande City's Water Providers
Service in Rio Grande City, TX can differ by address: 5 water systems are tied to the area in federal records, and the 3 largest are listed with their violation records.
Overview
We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Rio Grande City, Texas, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 44,883 people. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.
1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 30 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.
Water Sources
Rio Grande City water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0008 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is 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 | 58 | 1 |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 56 | 1 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 40 | 1 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 32 | 1 |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Reporting | 26 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78582 | — | 135 | 30 | City of Rio Grande City |
All ZIP Codes in Rio Grande City
- 78582 - 135 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
Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.
Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Rio Grande City Infrastructure Age
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
Homes on the same street in Rio Grande City can differ: one may keep original pre-1986 plumbing while another has been replumbed, so the 1996 median is only a starting point.
Most homes in Rio Grande City 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.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Rio Grande City
The cost-to-value ratio for Rio Grande City is moderate by this page's scale.
Estimated remediation costs in Rio Grande City can be compared with local home values. The estimated $600–$2,300 range is a planning estimate; get a property-specific quote and check it against your budget. Home values are 55% below the Texas average.
Rio Grande City: 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.
Rio Grande City: NFIP Claim Records and Water-Quality Context
Historical NFIP data for Rio Grande City contains 49 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $30,944. 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 $1,100 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.
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