Water System Report TX

City of Roscoe

EPA ID: TX1770001 · 1,238 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at City of Roscoe — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,238 residents.

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

1,238
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$101K
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 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,667
Median Household Income
1,778
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
84%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Roscoe serves a community with a median household income of $55,667 and an estimated 1,778 residents across its service area. Approximately 84% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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?

Groundwater

City of Roscoe'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Nolan 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

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

A 8 violations
0 violations
0 violations
Town of Woodsboro
1,233 people
C 12 violations
City of Newark
1,232 people
B 63 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Lead Pipe Replacement $5,040
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $7,440

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.

System Overview

City of Roscoe (EPA ID: TX1770001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,238 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79545 in Roscoe.

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 Roscoe (TX1770001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Roscoe water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Roscoe serve?

City of Roscoe serves approximately 1,238 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Roscoe get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Roscoe 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 Roscoe serve?
City of Roscoe serves approximately 1,238 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Roscoe's water source?
City of Roscoe draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Roscoe's service area?
The City of Roscoe service area has a median household income of $55,667. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Roscoe get its water?
City of Roscoe'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.
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