COUNTY REPORT TX

Throckmorton County, Texas

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 73/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

The 2 water systems serving Throckmorton County show strong compliance with federal drinking water standards.

How Throckmorton County Compares

Throckmorton County73/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Throckmorton County Compares

B
County Grade
73/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Throckmorton County scores 9 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 5 points above the national average (68/100).

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

B
County Grade
73
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 76483 (79/100)
Lowest ZIP: 76491 (66/100)
$93K
Median Home Value
$2,050
Avg Remediation (220% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 15.3 (asthma 10%, diabetes 15.4%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,340, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.48% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk

83% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

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

2021
8 (8 health)
2022
1 (1 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
3 (3 health)
2025
4 (4 health)

Peak year: 2021 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 20 total (20 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.

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

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.4% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 35.5% (national: 32.4%)

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

Infrastructure Overview

1967
Median Build Year
83%
Pre-1978 Housing
48%
Pipe Failure Probability
100%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
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: $1,340

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $400/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

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

Housing Age Distribution

818 housing units in Throckmorton County

Pre-1940 22%
1940–1959 25%
1960–1979 33%
1980–1999 13%
2000+ 7%

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 Throckmorton County

$93K
Median Home Value
$2,050
Est. Remediation Cost
2.2%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

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 Throckmorton County residents

Asthma 10% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 15.4% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 35.5% (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 4 systems in Throckmorton County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Fort Belknap Water Supply Corporation 8,070 7
2 Stephens Regional Special Utility District 4,809 7
3 Fort Griffin Special Utility District 3,300 7
4 City of Throckmorton 720 7

All ZIP Codes in Throckmorton County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Throckmorton County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 76483 Throckmorton 79 B 7 (4 health) $74K
2 76491 Woodson 66 C 0 $113K

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Overview

Throckmorton County in Texas covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (73/100).

1 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 4 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Throckmorton County?
Throckmorton County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 2 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Throckmorton County?
Throckmorton County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Throckmorton County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Throckmorton County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,340 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Throckmorton County?
The median home build year in Throckmorton County is 1967. 83% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Throckmorton County compare to Texas?
Throckmorton County has an average water safety score of 73/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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