City of Mertzon
EPA ID: TX1180002 · 781 people served · 1 ZIP code
Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — City of Mertzon has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 781 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Mertzon Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade A
Service Area Demographics
The City of Mertzon serves a community with a median household income of $57,708 and an estimated 1,216 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Mertzon'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 Irion 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
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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 Mertzon (EPA ID: TX1180002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 781 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 76941 in Mertzon.
Average Home Safety Score: A (95/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
| ZIP Code | Lead Level | Exceeds Limit | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76941 | 0.00259 mg/L | No | N/A |
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
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
- 76941 — Mertzon
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Mertzon (TX1180002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Mertzon water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, City of Mertzon has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does City of Mertzon serve?
City of Mertzon serves approximately 781 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does City of Mertzon 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:
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
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.