Whitt, TX: 4 Violations — 85/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Within Whitt, safety indicators for tap water remain above the TX median — documented violations are infrequent and the city's compliance record sits in the upper tier.
How Whitt Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Whitt Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 4 violations in the past 5 years.
- CDC health risk index: 12.39 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Whitt
Whitt, TX draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Whitt, Texas (population ~40), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 150 people region-wide.
1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Whitt: A (85/100)
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
Whitt water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Whitt
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 4 | 1 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 2 | 1 |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Microbiological | 2 | 1 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76490 | A | 4 | 0 | Whitt Water Supply Corporation |
All ZIP Codes in Whitt
- 76490 [A] — 4 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 Whitt
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 Whitt
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Whitt's Housing Stock?
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
For most of Whitt's housing stock, construction occurred after 1986 — when lead solder in plumbing was federally prohibited. The median build year of 2017 broadly reflects that newer profile.
Most homes in Whitt 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Whitt, TX