Sulphur Springs, TX: 2 Health Violations — 84/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 13 water systems · Updated 2026-06-04
Based on current monitoring, Sulphur Springs holds an above-average drinking water safety record for TX — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Sulphur Springs Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Key Facts for Sulphur Springs Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 6 violations in the past 5 years.
- Estimated remediation: $900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.98 — above typical levels.
Sulphur Springs's Water Providers
Structurally, Sulphur Springs, TX's water supply is divided. Federal data identifies 13 water systems in the area, with 3 providers serving the bulk of residential connections. These utilities operate independently, meaning rate-setting authority and EPA compliance accountability are distributed rather than centralized.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Sulphur Springs, Texas (population ~26,086), covering 13 community water systems serving approximately 61,588 people region-wide.
2 of 2 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Sulphur Springs: B (84/100)
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
Sulphur Springs water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Sulphur Springs
- 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
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 3 | 2 |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 3 | 2 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 3 | 2 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75482 | B | 3 | 1 | City of Sulphur Springs |
| 75483 | A | 3 | 1 | City of Sulphur Springs |
All ZIP Codes in Sulphur Springs
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.
Sulphur Springs 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 Sulphur Springs's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Sulphur Springs
For most homeowners in Sulphur Springs, the estimated cost of water and safety remediation represents a proportionally modest share of what properties are worth — placing this area in the lower tier of the remediation share scale.
Remediation costs in Sulphur Springs are relatively low compared to home values. The $550–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 11% below the Texas average.
Sulphur Springs: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Within the NFIP's national dataset, Sulphur Springs falls in moderate-exposure territory — 34 documented incidents spanning multiple decades, with 50% of local ZIP codes sitting inside FEMA flood boundaries. That combination warrants inclusion in any thorough local water quality review.
Sulphur Springs has a moderate flood history with 34 FEMA claims averaging $8,239 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>$900</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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