Water System Report TX

City of Farwell

EPA ID: TX1850002 · 1,360 people served · 1 ZIP code

Across every monitored period in the past five years, City of Farwell reported no EPA violations for its service population of 1,360.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
1,360
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$138K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$62,415
Median Household Income
2,204
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Farwell serves a community with a median household income of $62,415 and an estimated 2,204 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% 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?

Groundwater

City of Farwell'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
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Parmer 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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Alvord
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City of Rosebud
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $400

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 Farwell (EPA ID: TX1850002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,360 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79325 in Farwell.

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Farwell (TX1850002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Farwell water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Farwell serve?

City of Farwell serves approximately 1,360 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Farwell 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
713
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,360
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 Farwell safe to drink?
City of Farwell earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
City of Farwell 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 Farwell serve?
City of Farwell serves approximately 1,360 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Farwell's water source?
City of Farwell draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Farwell's service area?
The City of Farwell service area has a median household income of $62,415. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Farwell get its water?
City of Farwell'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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