Neighborhood Report
Grade C
Bay City, TX Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade C
2 ZIP codes · 76 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Bay City, TX. We analyzed 2 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade C (69/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 1 | 50% |
| C | 1 | 50% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Bay City ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77404 | 76 | B | 38 | 0.0026 mg/L |
| 2 | 77414 | 61 | C | 38 | 0.0026 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 1 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 1 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 76 total violations across Bay City
- 16 health-based violations
- 2 of 2 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | 28 | 2 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 20 | 2 |
| Barium | 12 | 2 |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | 6 | 2 |
| Total Coliform | 4 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Bay City?
ZIP code 77404 has the highest safety score in Bay City at 76/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Bay City water safe to drink?
Bay City has an average water safety score of 69/100 (C). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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