Water System Report TX

City of Tolar

EPA ID: TX1110012 · 1,461 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at City of Tolar — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,461 residents.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
1,461
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 Tolar Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$77,429
Median Household Income
3,638
Service Area Population
30%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
36%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Tolar serves a community with a median household income of $77,429 and an estimated 3,638 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Tolar'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Hood 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

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% 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
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 TOLAR (EPA ID: TX1110012) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,461 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 Tolar (TX1110012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Tolar water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Tolar serve?

City of Tolar serves approximately 1,461 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Tolar get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
17
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
539
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: 1,461
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 Tolar safe to drink?
City of Tolar 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 Tolar 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 Tolar serve?
City of Tolar serves approximately 1,461 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Tolar's water source?
City of Tolar draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Tolar's service area?
The City of Tolar service area has a median household income of $77,429. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Tolar get its water?
City of Tolar'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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