San Angelo, TX: 35 Health Violations — 78/100 (2026)
7 ZIP codes · 7 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Tap water monitoring data for San Angelo shows a consistently clean picture in TX — few violations on record, compliance well above the median.
How San Angelo Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: San Angelo, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Safety grade breakdown for San Angelo's 7 ZIP codes.
Key Facts for San Angelo Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 63 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0043 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $2,129 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.72 — above typical levels.
San Angelo's Water Providers
Federal drinking water records identify 7 systems in San Angelo, TX. The leading 3 providers serve the largest share of residential connections, each operating as a separate entity with its own rate authority, infrastructure management, and EPA compliance obligations — so service conditions are not uniform city-wide.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 7 ZIP codes in San Angelo, Texas, covering 7 community water systems serving approximately 113,387 people.
7 of 7 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 35 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for San Angelo: B (78/100)
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
San Angelo water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0043 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): 7 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 32 | 7 |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 16 | 7 |
| Lead | Inorganic | 8 | 7 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 7 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 8 | 7 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76901 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76902 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76903 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76904 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76905 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76906 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
| 76909 | B | 9 | 5 | City of San Angelo |
All ZIP Codes in San Angelo
- 76901 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76902 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76903 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76904 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76905 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76906 [B] — 9 violations ⚠
- 76909 [B] — 9 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.
San Angelo 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
What's in San Angelo's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in San Angelo
In San Angelo, the equity share of documented remediation is meaningful enough to move the household financial perspective from routine maintenance into deliberate budgeting territory — the cost-to-value ratio is moderate, and most homeowners benefit from mapping the full scope against available budgets before committing.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in San Angelo. The estimated $1,329–$3,786 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 26% below the Texas average.
San Angelo: 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 San Angelo 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.
San Angelo: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
FEMA data shows 71% of San Angelo's ZIP codes mapped into designated flood zones, paired with an NFIP record of 192 claims. That footprint places local flood exposure in the range where it warrants attention without rising to high-severity planning territory.
San Angelo has a moderate flood history with 192 FEMA claims averaging $25,388 per payout. 71% 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>$2,129</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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