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Crosby, TX (77532): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 84/100
EPA data combined for 11 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Newport Municipal Utility District)
Health-based violation records by water system:
- City of Houston (1)
- Crosby Municipal Utility District (1)
- TX1010675 (1)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 77532 in Crosby, TX contain 15 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 3 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 3 health-based violations and 12 non-health-based (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0014 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; 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 1,155 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
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Compiled data for Crosby (77532) captures 1 condition at the high-priority tier - no finding in this dataset meets the critical threshold.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 84/100
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 77532 in Crosby, Texas is mapped to the water system Newport Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX1010362). This system provides water to approximately 13,191 people from surface water sources.
There are 11 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Municipal Utility District | TX1010362 | 13,191 | Surface water |
| Harris County Wcid 70 | TX1010244 | 2,112 | Groundwater |
| Crosby Municipal Utility District | TX1010118 | 5,130 | Surface water |
| Harris County Municipal Utility District 50 | TX1010719 | 4,743 | Groundwater |
| Harris County Fwsd 58 | TX1010209 | 1,968 | 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
- 77562 (Highlands) - 7 mi - 21 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77346 (Humble) - 9 mi - 19 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77044 (Houston) - 9 mi - 41 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77336 (Huffman) - 10 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77530 (Channelview) - 10 mi - 9 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77049 (Houston) - 10 mi - 122 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77580 (Mont Belvieu) - 11 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 77294 (Houston) - 12 mi
- 77325 (Kingwood) - 12 mi
- 77339 (Kingwood) - 12 mi - 7 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 Newport Municipal Utility District (TX1010362) 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 77532.
Detected compounds: 6:2 FTS, PFBA, PFPeA, PFHxA.
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 (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 77532 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 15 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 77532 (primary system: Newport Municipal Utility District), including 3 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 77532's water come from?
The recorded water source for Newport Municipal Utility District, a system mapped to ZIP code 77532, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 13,191 people.
How does Crosby water compare to the national average?
Crosby's Home Safety Score ranks better than 79% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 54% within Texas.
How can I get my water tested in Crosby?
If Newport Municipal 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.
Is lead a concern in 77532 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 77532 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0014 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 77532?
77532 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 77532's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 77532. 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 77532?
FEMA records contain 1155 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 77532; 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). Crosby, TX (77532): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 84/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/77532/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 77532
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77562 | Highlands, TX | 6.7 mi | C | 21 |
| 77346 | Humble, TX | 8.8 mi | A | 19 |
| 77044 | Houston, TX | 9.4 mi | B | 41 |
| 77336 | Huffman, TX | 9.5 mi | A | 2 |
| 77530 | Channelview, TX | 10.2 mi | A | 9 |
| 77049 | Houston, TX | 10.3 mi | B | 122 |
| 77580 | Mont Belvieu, TX | 11.3 mi | N/A | 5 |
| 77294 | Houston, TX | 11.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 77325 | Kingwood, TX | 11.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 77339 | Kingwood, TX | 11.8 mi | A | 7 |
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