Health Violations Found TX 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Liverpool

EPA ID: TX0200555 · 870 people served · 1 ZIP code

Past issues aside, City of Liverpool cleared all 5 violations and is compliant today, supplying 870 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 51
Avg Safety Score
870
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0157 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$258K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Liverpool Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$64,196
Median Household Income
1,288
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Liverpool serves a community with a median household income of $64,196 and an estimated 1,288 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Liverpool's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Brazoria County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Liverpool compares to EPA limits

Barium 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Big Wells
870 people
A 0 violations
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867 people
0 violations
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Creekwood Estates
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0 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,640
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $5,040

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,780
10 years
$15,560
20 years
$31,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $5,040 (one-time) vs. $15,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

City of Liverpool (EPA ID: TX0200555) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 870 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77577 in Liverpool.

Average Home Safety Score: D (51/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

4 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 4 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
77577 0.0157 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Liverpool (TX0200555) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Liverpool water safe to drink?

City of Liverpool has recorded 4 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does City of Liverpool serve?

City of Liverpool serves approximately 870 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Liverpool get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
261
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 870
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Liverpool safe to drink?
City of Liverpool has a D safety grade based on 5 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Liverpool's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Liverpool serve?
City of Liverpool serves approximately 870 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Liverpool's water source?
City of Liverpool draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Liverpool's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0157 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of City of Liverpool's service area?
The City of Liverpool service area has a median household income of $64,196. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Liverpool get its water?
City of Liverpool's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Liverpool (EPA ID: TX0200555) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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