Wichita Falls, TX: 120 Health Violations — 68/100 (2026)
8 ZIP codes · 10 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Public water data for Wichita Falls, TX reveals a split picture — tap water quality varies meaningfully by service area and the city's grade reflects that variability.
How Wichita Falls Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Wichita Falls, TX
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
How ZIP codes in Wichita Falls score across all safety grades.
What You Should Know About Wichita Falls Water
- Your city's water systems recorded 144 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0025 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 71% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $2,450 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.81 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Wichita Falls
With 3 utilities splitting service in Wichita Falls, TX, water accountability is distributed across 10 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 8 ZIP codes in Wichita Falls, Texas, covering 10 community water systems serving approximately 101,065 people.
8 of 8 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 120 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wichita Falls: C (68/100)
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
Wichita Falls water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0025 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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): 8 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 108 | 8 |
| Contaminant 1009 | Other | 9 | 8 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 9 | 8 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 8 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 9 | 8 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76301 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76302 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76305 | B | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76306 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76307 | B | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76308 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76309 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
| 76310 | C | 18 | 15 | City of Wichita Falls |
All ZIP Codes in Wichita Falls
- 76301 [C] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76302 [C] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76305 [B] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76306 [C] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76307 [B] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76308 [C] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76309 [C] — 18 violations ⚠
- 76310 [C] — 18 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.
Health Outcomes in Wichita Falls
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
Top Contaminants in Wichita Falls Water
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Housing & Infrastructure in Wichita Falls
With 71% 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
Pre-1986 plumbing is not a rare legacy case in Wichita Falls — it's the dominant profile. The median build year of 1971 indicates a housing stock where lead-soldered copper joints are a common structural feature of residences across the city.
Over half of homes in Wichita Falls 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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Wichita Falls Homeowners
Property value and cost data for Wichita Falls produce a moderate remediation-share classification — a level where advance financial planning has real practical value and the commitment is realistic for most homeowners who approach it deliberately.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Wichita Falls. The estimated $1,500–$4,275 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 38% below the Texas average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Wichita Falls
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.
Older interior plumbing shapes the local picture: 71% of Wichita Falls homes predate the federal solder ban, and aggregate sampling either approaches or crosses the action benchmark. That mix makes a single-home draw a standard pre-purchase or pre-occupancy step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Wichita Falls
Flood claims in Wichita Falls number 1276 under the NFIP, and 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA-designated zones — together reflecting a community where flooding is a recurring, significant feature of the local risk environment with direct implications for periodic water supply safety.
Wichita Falls has a significant flood history with 1,276 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $19,434 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$2,450</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.
What You Can Do in Wichita Falls
- 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 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) can reduce the most common contaminant found in Wichita Falls's water.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 71% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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