City of Blum
EPA ID: TX1090007 · 444 people served · 1 ZIP code
Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, City of Blum 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 444 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Blum Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Blum serves a community with a median household income of $64,318 and an estimated 1,399 residents across its service area.
Environmental Justice Note: 55% 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?
City of Blum'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.
About 3% of homes in Hill 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Texas
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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 Blum (EPA ID: TX1090007) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 444 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 76627 in Blum.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 76627 — Blum
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Blum (TX1090007) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Blum water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, City of Blum has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does City of Blum serve?
City of Blum serves approximately 444 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does City of Blum get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.