ZipCheckup grade for 77044: B.
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Houston, TX (77044): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 76/100
EPA data combined for 18 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Greenwood Utility District)
Health-based violation records by water system:
- City of Houston (1)
- TX1013247 (1)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 77044 in Houston, TX contain 41 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 2 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 2 health-based violations and 39 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result is below the laboratory reporting limit, not a measured zero; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
- Flood 1,087 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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Safety records for Houston (77044) identify 1 elevated condition - all fall in the high-priority category, with the critical-finding count for this ZIP at zero.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 76/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (7) CRITICAL
Your Water System
ZIP code 77044 in Houston, Texas is mapped to the water system Greenwood Utility District (EPA ID: TX1010554). This system provides water to approximately 10,527 people from surface water sources.
There are 18 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Utility District | TX1010554 | 10,527 | Surface water |
| Parkway Utility District | TX1010750 | 7,323 | Groundwater |
| Harris County Municipal Utility District 344 | TX1012974 | 4,518 | Surface water |
| Harris County Municipal Utility District 148 Kingslake | TX1010938 | 5,448 | Surface water |
| Harris County Municipal Utility District 342 | TX1012973 | 4,035 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Texas
- 73301 (Austin)
- 73344 (Austin)
- 73960 (Texhoma)
- 75001 (Addison) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75002 (Allen) - 14 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75006 (Carrollton) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75007 (Carrollton) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 75009 (Celina) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75010 (Carrollton) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 75011 (Carrollton)
- 75013 (Allen)
- 75014 (Irving)
- 75015 (Irving)
- 75016 (Irving)
- 75017 (Irving)
- 75019 (Coppell) - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75020 (Denison) - 38 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75021 (Denison) - 30 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75022 (Flower Mound) - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75023 (Plano)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 77294 (Houston) - 3 mi
- 77049 (Houston) - 3 mi - 122 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77078 (Houston) - 4 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 77015 (Houston) - 5 mi - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77013 (Houston) - 6 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 77050 (Houston) - 6 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 77028 (Houston) - 6 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 77016 (Houston) - 6 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 77530 (Channelview) - 6 mi - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77396 (Humble) - 7 mi - 27 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Greenwood Utility District (TX1010554) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 77044.
Detected compounds: 6:2 FTS, PFBA, PFPeA, PFHxA, PFBS.
Highest measured level: 0.0426 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 77044 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 41 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 77044 (primary system: Greenwood Utility District), including 2 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 77044's water come from?
The recorded water source for Greenwood Utility District, a system mapped to ZIP code 77044, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 10,527 people.
How does Houston water compare to the national average?
Houston's Home Safety Score ranks better than 56% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 63% of ZIP codes within Texas.
How can I get my water tested in Houston?
If Greenwood Utility District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
What is the radon risk for 77044?
77044 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Harris County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 77044's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 77044. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 77044?
FEMA records contain 1087 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 77044; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Houston, TX (77044): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 76/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/77044/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 77044
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77294 | Houston, TX | 2.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 77049 | Houston, TX | 2.9 mi | B | 122 |
| 77078 | Houston, TX | 3.8 mi | A | 1 |
| 77015 | Houston, TX | 5.5 mi | C | 18 |
| 77013 | Houston, TX | 5.8 mi | A | 1 |
| 77050 | Houston, TX | 5.8 mi | A | 1 |
| 77028 | Houston, TX | 5.9 mi | A | 1 |
| 77016 | Houston, TX | 6.3 mi | A | 1 |
| 77530 | Channelview, TX | 6.4 mi | A | 9 |
| 77396 | Humble, TX | 7.2 mi | B | 27 |
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