Water System Report TX

City of Azle

EPA ID: TX2200002 ยท 14,847 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Azle (TX2200002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for City of Azle shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 14,847 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 83
Avg Safety Score
14,847
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00222 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$275K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$92,277
Median Household Income
87,190
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Azle serves a community with a median household income of $92,277 and an estimated 87,190 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Azle'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
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
65th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 52% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 19 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

15 violations
Nueces County Wcid 4
14,880 people
A 4 violations
B 9 violations
B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,050
PFAS Treatment $550
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,900 (one-time) vs. $330 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 Azle (EPA ID: TX2200002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 14,847 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 4 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00222 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by TX or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Azle (TX2200002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Azle water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Azle in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Azle serve?

City of Azle serves approximately 14,847 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Azle get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
5
Latest sample
9/29/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 5.8 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 5.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 3 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Azle safe to drink?
City of Azle 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 Azle 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 Azle serve?
City of Azle serves approximately 14,847 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is City of Azle's water source?
City of Azle draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Azle's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00222 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Azle's service area?
The City of Azle service area has a median household income of $92,277. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Azle get its water?
City of Azle'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Azle, TX: Serves 15K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2200002/
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