Water System Report TX

City of Goliad

EPA ID: TX0880001 · 1,700 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, City of Goliad recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 1,700 people.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,700
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$56,466
Median Household Income
5,109
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Goliad serves a community with a median household income of $56,466 and an estimated 5,109 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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 Goliad'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
90th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 GOLIAD (EPA ID: TX0880001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,700 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

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 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 Goliad (TX0880001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Goliad water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Goliad serve?

City of Goliad serves approximately 1,700 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Goliad get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Goliad safe to drink?
City of Goliad 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 Goliad 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 Goliad serve?
City of Goliad serves approximately 1,700 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Goliad's water source?
City of Goliad draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Goliad's service area?
The City of Goliad service area has a median household income of $56,466. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Goliad get its water?
City of Goliad'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.

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3

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