Water System Report TX

City of Floydada

EPA ID: TX0770001 · 2,868 people served · 1 ZIP code

City of Floydada carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 2,868 residents.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
2,868
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.000403 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$105K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$53,085
Median Household Income
3,111
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
81%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Floydada serves a community with a median household income of $53,085 and an estimated 3,111 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Floydada'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Floyd 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

61 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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.

System Overview

City of Floydada (EPA ID: TX0770001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,868 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79235 in Floydada.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
79235 0.000403 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Floydada (TX0770001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Floydada water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Floydada has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Floydada serve?

City of Floydada serves approximately 2,868 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Floydada 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
1,462
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,675
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 Floydada safe to drink?
City of Floydada earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Floydada meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Floydada serve?
City of Floydada serves approximately 2,868 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Floydada's water source?
City of Floydada draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Floydada's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000403 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Floydada's service area?
The City of Floydada service area has a median household income of $53,085. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Floydada get its water?
City of Floydada'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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