How much lead is in Kingwood water?

The maximum detected level of lead in Kingwood water is 5 ppb. The EPA limit is 15 ppb (action level). See the ZIP code table above for area-specific levels.

Detected Lead

Lead in Kingwood, TX Drinking Water

Q: Is lead in Kingwood water safe?

Lead was detected in Kingwood water at 5 ppb, below the EPA limit of 15 ppb (action level). Check ZIP-level data on this page for your specific area.

Lead data for Kingwood, Texas · 70,938 residents · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of Lead in Kingwood, Texas: the highest detected level is 5 ppb; the EPA limit is 15 ppb (action level). Lead carries a high health-risk designation.

Because Lead is associated with health effects at sustained elevated exposures, residents in Kingwood, Texas may find it useful that local water systems have returned detectable concentrations - facts that bear on long-term household water decisions.

5 ppb

Max Level Detected

5 ppb

Average Level

15 ppb (action level)

EPA action level

High

Health Risk

Reverse Osmosis or NSF 53 Carbon Block

Best Filter Method

Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO

Lead in Kingwood Tap Water

Lead has been detected in Kingwood, Texas drinking water at a normalized maximum level of 5 ppb - below the EPA action level of 15 ppb (action level).

This analysis covers 70,938 residents across 2 ZIP codes in Kingwood.

Is Lead in Kingwood Water Safe?

Lead was detected in Kingwood water but currently falls within EPA limits. However, some health organizations argue the EPA action level may not be protective enough — the CDC states there is no safe level of lead for children.

If you are concerned, a reverse osmosis or nsf 53 carbon block filter can reduce lead levels further.

Lead Levels by ZIP Code

ZIP Code	Lead Level	EPA Limit	Status
77339	5 ppb	15 ppb (action level)	OK
77345	5 ppb	15 ppb (action level)	OK

Average lead level across Kingwood: 5 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 Kingwood 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.

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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Lead in Kingwood, TX Drinking Water. https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/lead/kingwood-tx/

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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Lead in Kingwood, TX Drinking Water}},
  year   = {2026},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/contaminants/lead/kingwood-tx/}
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Page version: August 2026.