Water System Report TX

Stratford Municipal Water System

EPA ID: TX2110001 · 1,923 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Stratford Municipal Water System shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 1,923 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

C · 59
Avg Safety Score
1,923
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Stratford Municipal Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$61,250
Median Household Income
1,432
Service Area Population
37%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
67th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stratford Municipal Water System serves a community with a median household income of $61,250 and an estimated 1,432 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 37% 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

Stratford Municipal Water System'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
23th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
3th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Texas County, Oklahoma rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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B 0 violations
0 violations
City of Hubbard
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B 4 violations
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1,930 people
C 28 violations

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

STRATFORD MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM (EPA ID: TX2110001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,923 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (59/100)

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.

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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 Stratford Municipal Water System (TX2110001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stratford Municipal Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Stratford Municipal Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Stratford Municipal Water System serve?

Stratford Municipal Water System serves approximately 1,923 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Stratford Municipal Water System 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
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
770
Unknown Material
225
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,923
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 Stratford Municipal Water System safe to drink?
Stratford Municipal Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Stratford Municipal Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Stratford Municipal Water System serve?
Stratford Municipal Water System serves approximately 1,923 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Stratford Municipal Water System's water source?
Stratford Municipal Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Stratford Municipal Water System's service area?
The Stratford Municipal Water System service area has a median household income of $61,250. EPA EJScreen data classifies 37% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Stratford Municipal Water System get its water?
Stratford Municipal Water System'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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