Water System Report TX

City of Lockney

EPA ID: TX0770002 · 1,692 people served · 3 ZIP codes

For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, City of Lockney has supplied tap water to 1,692 residents with no violations of any type on record.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
1,692
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$60,101
Median Household Income
2,096
Service Area Population
53%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
63th
Energy Burden Percentile
94%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lockney serves a community with a median household income of $60,101 and an estimated 2,096 residents across its service area. Approximately 94% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 53% 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 Lockney'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
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

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 100% 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 Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $400
Total Estimated Cost $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.

System Overview

CITY OF LOCKNEY (EPA ID: TX0770002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,692 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Lockney (TX0770002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lockney water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Lockney serve?

City of Lockney serves approximately 1,692 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Lockney 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
2
Galvanized — Replacement Required
9
Unknown Material
691
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 1,328
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 Lockney safe to drink?
City of Lockney has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Lockney 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 Lockney serve?
City of Lockney serves approximately 1,692 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Lockney's water source?
City of Lockney draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lockney's service area?
The City of Lockney service area has a median household income of $60,101. EPA EJScreen data classifies 53% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Lockney get its water?
City of Lockney'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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City of Lockney (EPA ID: TX0770002) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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