Roanoke, TX Water Safety: 92/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Roanoke, TX serve households with few reported safety events.
How Roanoke Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Roanoke Residents
- Average lead level: 0.0013 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 11.04.
Roanoke's Water Providers
Multiple utilities divide Roanoke, TX's water service — 3 leading providers among 8 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Roanoke, Texas (population ~43,589), covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 1,143,751 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Roanoke — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Roanoke: A (92/100)
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
Roanoke water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0013 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): 2 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76262 | A | City of Roanoke | 10,127 |
| 76299 | A | City of Roanoke | 10,127 |
All ZIP Codes in Roanoke
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.
Roanoke Community Health Snapshot
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 Remediation Costs Compare in Roanoke
Across Roanoke, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Roanoke are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,600–$3,300 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 131% above the Texas average.
Roanoke: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
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 Roanoke 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.
Roanoke: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Roanoke shows 62 claims and 50% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Roanoke has a moderate flood history with 62 FEMA claims averaging $23,378 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
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>$2,400</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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