Monitoring Violations TX

City of Westbrook

EPA ID: TX1680003 · 221 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over the tracked period, City of Westbrook logged 1 EPA violation — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 221 people in good standing.

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

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
221
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.039 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$108K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$120,781
Median Household Income
351
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Westbrook serves a community with a median household income of $120,781 and an estimated 351 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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 Westbrook'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Mitchell 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Westbrook compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Barry
220 people
0 violations
City of Bailey
220 people
0 violations
Kenedy County
222 people
A 10 violations
0 violations
C 15 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement
Lead Pipe Replacement $4,440
Total Estimated Cost $4,440

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,280
10 years
$10,560
20 years
$21,120

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,440 (one-time) vs. $10,560 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

City of Westbrook (EPA ID: TX1680003) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 221 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79565 in Westbrook.

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

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
79565 0.039 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

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 Westbrook (TX1680003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Westbrook water safe to drink?

City of Westbrook has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Westbrook serve?

City of Westbrook serves approximately 221 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Westbrook 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
5
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
132
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 221
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 Westbrook safe to drink?
City of Westbrook has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Westbrook's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Westbrook serve?
City of Westbrook serves approximately 221 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Westbrook's water source?
City of Westbrook draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Westbrook's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.039 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of City of Westbrook's service area?
The City of Westbrook service area has a median household income of $120,781. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Westbrook get its water?
City of Westbrook'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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