Wellman, TX: 12 Health Violations — 58/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For most households in Wellman, TX tap water is adequate — the middle-tier grade reflects gaps in specific service areas.
How Wellman Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Wellman Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 36 violations in the past 5 years.
- Homes built before 1986: 90% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.4 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Wellman
For most households in Wellman, TX, tap water comes from one provider — the utility that controls the local distribution system out of 1 tracked in federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Wellman, Texas, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 306 people.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 12 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wellman: C (58/100)
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
Wellman water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Wellman
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 20 | 1 |
| Barium | Inorganic | 18 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 12 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 10 | 1 |
| Nickel | Inorganic | 4 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79378 | C | 36 | 12 | City of Wellman |
All ZIP Codes in Wellman
- 79378 [C] — 36 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.
CDC Health Data for Wellman
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
Key Contaminants Detected in Wellman
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Wellman's Housing Stock?
With 90% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Viewed through the lens of construction era, Wellman is predominantly an older city — a median build year of 1967 puts most of the residential inventory in the range where pre-1986 plumbing materials were the standard.
Over half of homes in Wellman were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Wellman: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Remediation costs in Wellman are small relative to typical property values — the cost-to-value ratio here is favorable.
Remediation costs in Wellman are relatively low compared to home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 37% below the Texas average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Wellman
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.
Pulling a tap sample fills the gap that utility data cannot close, particularly here where 90% of housing dates from the pre-rule era and citywide monitoring sits at or above the regulatory mark in Wellman.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Wellman
- 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. Filters rated for Lead and Copper Rule can reduce the most common contaminant found in Wellman's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 90% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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