Telephone, TX Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-07-16
ZipCheckup grade for Telephone: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
The systems supplying Telephone vary in performance across TX benchmarks - most meet minimum federal standards, but documented violations in select areas are on record.
How Telephone Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-16
Key Facts for Telephone Residents
- Homes built before 1986: 35% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 14.21 - above typical levels.
Telephone's Water Providers
Residential addresses in Telephone, TX are served by 3 primary water providers out of 3 systems in federal records. Each system maintains separate infrastructure and files its own EPA compliance reports, so service conditions are not uniform across the city.
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Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Telephone, Texas (population ~1,080), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 6,427 people region-wide.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Telephone as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Telephone: C (66/100)
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
Telephone water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Telephone
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75488 | C | WHITE SHED WSC | 2,441 |
All ZIP Codes in Telephone
- 75488 [C]
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.
Telephone 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
Telephone 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
Some cities skew heavily toward one construction era; Telephone does not. The median build year of 1994 reflects a housing stock where older and newer homes share the market in meaningful proportions. That mixed profile means the city carries moderate aggregate plumbing-era risk - with older homes, particularly those built before 1986, representing the portion of the stock where lead-soldered joints may still be present.
Most homes in Telephone were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Telephone: 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.
Practically, the structural drivers in Telephone - 35% pre-rule stock and citywide monitoring at or beyond the regulatory benchmark - make an in-home draw the practical way to translate aggregate averages into the specific conditions at one address.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Telephone
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 35% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Telephone, TX