COUNTY REPORT TX

Red River County, Texas

6 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Water utilities serving Red River County's 6 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How Red River County Compares

Red River County81/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Red River County Compares

B
County Grade
81/100
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
10
Water Systems

Red River County scores 1 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
81
Avg Safety Score
6
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 75426 (94/100)
Lowest ZIP: 75412 (66/100)
$113K
Median Home Value
$400
Avg Remediation (35% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Red River County, Texas

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.2 (asthma 10.9%, diabetes 16.9%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $690, driven primarily by wildfire

Infrastructure: 0.358% avg pipe failure probability

59.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2024)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Red River County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
9 (9 health)
2024
6 (6 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 9 violations. Past 5 years: 16 total (16 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.9% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.9% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 38.5% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1979
Median Build Year
59.7%
Pre-1978 Housing
36%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
Low
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $690

Wildfire $300/yr
Energy Code Gap $240/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

6,426 housing units in Red River County

Pre-1940 8%
1940–1959 12%
1960–1979 31%
1980–1999 30%
2000+ 19%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Red River County

$113K
Median Home Value
$400
Est. Remediation Cost
0.4%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Red River County, representing a small fraction of property value.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Red River County residents

Asthma 10.9% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 16.9% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 38.5% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Red River County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Red River County Water Supply Corporation 7,818 70
2 410 WATER SUPPLY 3,105 35
3 LAMAR COUNTY WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT 25,530 28
4 City of Blossom 2,007 28
5 City of Detroit 793 28

10 total water systems serve Red River County.

All ZIP Codes in Red River County

6 ZIP codes tracked in Red River County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 75426 Clarksville 94 A 7 (1 health) $106K
2 75550 Annona 87 A 21 (1 health) $112K
3 75554 Avery 87 A 2 $181K
4 75417 Bogata 76 B 12 $115K
5 75436 Detroit 74 B 28 (5 health) $215K
6 75412 Bagwell 66 C 0 $98K

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Overview

Red River County in Texas covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).

5 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Red River County?
Red River County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 6 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Red River County?
Red River County is served by 10 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 6 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Red River County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Red River County is wildfire. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $690 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Red River County?
The median home build year in Red River County is 1979. 59.7% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Red River County compare to Texas?
Red River County has an average water safety score of 81/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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