Water System Report TX

City of Frost

EPA ID: TX1750004 · 882 people served · 1 ZIP code

Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, City of Frost stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 882 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

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

882
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$143K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,205
Median Household Income
2,094
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Frost serves a community with a median household income of $74,205 and an estimated 2,094 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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?

Surface Water

City of Frost's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Navarro 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. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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 Frost (EPA ID: TX1750004) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 882 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 76641 in Frost.

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Frost (TX1750004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Frost water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Frost serve?

City of Frost serves approximately 882 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Frost get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Frost 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 Frost serve?
City of Frost serves approximately 882 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Frost's water source?
City of Frost draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Frost's service area?
The City of Frost service area has a median household income of $74,205. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Frost get its water?
City of Frost's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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