Lead in College Station, TX Drinking Water
Lead data for College Station, Texas · 165,159 residents · 6 ZIP codes
Because Lead is associated with health effects at sustained elevated exposures, residents in College Station, Texas may find it useful that local water systems have returned detectable concentrations — facts that bear on long-term household water decisions.
Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-05-14
Lead in College Station Tap Water
Lead has been detected in College Station, Texas drinking water at a maximum level of 898 ppb — 59.87x the EPA action level.
This analysis covers 165,159 residents across 6 ZIP codes in College Station.
College Station's overall water quality grade is A (93/100).
Is Lead in College Station Water Safe?
If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or nsf 53 carbon block filter certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 and testing your water independently.
Lead Levels by ZIP Code
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77840 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 77841 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 77842 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 77843 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 77844 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
| 77845 | 898 ppb | 15 ppb (action level) | Exceeds limit |
Average lead level across College Station: 898 ppb
Health Effects of Lead
- Brain development delays and reduced IQ in children
- Behavioral problems and learning disabilities
- High blood pressure and kidney damage in adults
- Increased risk of premature birth in pregnant women
Health risk severity: High. Governed by the Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR/LCRI).
How Lead Gets Into Drinking Water
- Corrosion of lead service lines (pipes connecting water main to home)
- Lead solder in copper plumbing joints (pre-1986 homes)
- Brass fixtures and faucets manufactured before 2014
- Stagnant water that sits in lead-containing pipes overnight
What to Do About Lead in College Station Water
- Install an NSF 53 or NSF 58 certified filter at kitchen sink
- Run cold water for 30 seconds before using for drinking or cooking
- Use cold water only for cooking and preparing formula
- Consider whole-home reverse osmosis if lead service line is present
Look for filters certified under NSF 53 / NSF 58 for lead removal.