Health Violations Found TX 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Point Comfort

EPA ID: TX0290001 · 759 people served · 1 ZIP code

City of Point Comfort's current EPA file includes 2 unresolved violations — every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 759 residents across its service territory.

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

A · 92
Avg Safety Score
759
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00301 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$116K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$106,806
Median Household Income
498
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
93%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Point Comfort serves a community with a median household income of $106,806 and an estimated 498 residents across its service area. Approximately 93% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Point Comfort's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Kendall 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

75 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Point Comfort compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Fecal Coliform at 6 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

E. coli at 1 Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action) exceeds the EPA maximum of Zero tolerance (any positive sample triggers immediate action). Severe GI illness; potentially fatal kidney failure in children. Consider UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration.

E. coli was detected in this water system. UV disinfection (99.99%) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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 Point Comfort (EPA ID: TX0290001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 759 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77978 in Point Comfort.

Average Home Safety Score: A (92/100)

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

Violation History

3 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 E. coli Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2025 Fecal Coliform Monitoring Resolved
July 2, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
E. coli Microbiological 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
77978 0.00301 mg/L No N/A

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

  • 77978 — Point Comfort

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Point Comfort (TX0290001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Point Comfort water safe to drink?

City of Point Comfort has recorded 3 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 Point Comfort serve?

City of Point Comfort serves approximately 759 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Point Comfort get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
365
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 759
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 Point Comfort safe to drink?
City of Point Comfort earns a A safety grade with 14 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Point Comfort's water?
Detected contaminants include Fecal Coliform, Lead and Copper Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, E. coli. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Point Comfort serve?
City of Point Comfort serves approximately 759 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Point Comfort's water source?
City of Point Comfort draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Point Comfort's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00301 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Point Comfort's service area?
The City of Point Comfort service area has a median household income of $106,806. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Point Comfort get its water?
City of Point Comfort's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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City of Point Comfort (EPA ID: TX0290001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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