CITY REPORT TX HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

Texas City, TX: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 92/100

3 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Texas City: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

Looking at federal compliance records for Texas City, TX: the city earns a grade in the top two bands here, and each serving system's violation history can be reviewed individually for what lies behind it.

How Texas City Compares

Texas City92/100
Texas avg83/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

3
ZIP Codes
3
Water Systems
2
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 92
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$205K
Median Home Value
$550
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About Texas City Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 11 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0006 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 55% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $550 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 12.31.

Who Supplies Your Water in Texas City

3 systems shown for Texas City, TX, from 3 on the federal list.

Overview

We track home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Texas City, Texas (population ~49,985), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 107,094 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 2 of 3 ZIP codes.

2 of 2 ZIP codes with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Texas City: A (92/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Texas City water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0006 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 2 ZIP codes with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

3 of 3 ZIP records with known zones are 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
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 11 2
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 5 2
Public Notice Rule Reporting 5 2
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
77590 A 11 1 City of Texas City
77591 — 5 1 City of Texas City

All ZIP Codes in Texas City

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Texas City

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
12.3%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
16.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

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

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 12.3% ↑
Mental Health 16.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Texas City Water

Revised Total Coliform Rule 11 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 5 violations
Treatment Technique
Public Notice Rule 5 violations
Reporting

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Texas City

1986
Median Build Year
55%
Built Before 1986
29%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 55% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Median construction year in Texas City: 1986, set against the 1986 federal lead limits for new plumbing.

1986
Median Year Built
55%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
29%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (29%) 1970–1986 (26%) Post-1986 (45%)

Over half of homes in Texas City were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Texas City Homeowners

This section sets two area figures side by side for Texas City: the median home value and an estimated remediation cost. Here the estimate equals no more than 1% of that value, which places the city in the low tier; it is an area estimate, and the cost for any one property can be higher or lower.

Median Home Value
$204,900
Est. Remediation
$550
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in Texas City can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,000 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 10% below the Texas average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Texas City

55%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0006
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Texas City

3,692
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$15,679
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
67%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Texas City contains 3,692 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $15,679. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 67% 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 $550 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.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Texas City, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Texas City, TX?
Texas City has an average Home Safety Score of 92/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 11 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Texas City?
EPA records list 11 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for Texas City water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 3 mapped ZIP codes.
Does Texas City water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Texas City is 0.0006 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Texas City compare to Texas average?
Texas City has an average Home Safety Score of 92/100, which is at or above the Texas state average of 83/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Texas City?
Our records map 3 water systems to 3 ZIP codes in Texas City. The related population figure in our data is approximately 49,985 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Texas City?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Texas City: $550; modeled range $300 to $1,000. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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