Water System Report TX

City of Memphis

EPA ID: TX0960002 · 2,290 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, City of Memphis sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 2,290 people.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
2,290
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$71K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$49,896
Median Household Income
2,356
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
94%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Memphis serves a community with a median household income of $49,896 and an estimated 2,356 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: 100% 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?

Groundwater

City of Memphis'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Hall 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

79 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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

0 violations
A 2 violations
B 52 violations
City of Anahuac
2,296 people
C 0 violations
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 MEMPHIS (EPA ID: TX0960002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,290 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 Memphis (TX0960002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Memphis water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Memphis serve?

City of Memphis serves approximately 2,290 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Memphis get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Memphis safe to drink?
City of Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis serve?
City of Memphis serves approximately 2,290 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Memphis's water source?
City of Memphis draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Memphis's service area?
The City of Memphis service area has a median household income of $49,896. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Memphis get its water?
City of Memphis'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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