Water System Report TX

City of Keller

EPA ID: TX2200096 · 46,308 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, City of Keller posted zero EPA violations serving 46,308 residents.

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

A · 88
Avg Safety Score
46,308
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0057 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$536K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$156,242
Median Household Income
247,237
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
37th
Poverty Percentile
37th
Energy Burden Percentile
22%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Keller serves a community with a median household income of $156,242 and an estimated 247,237 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Keller'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Tarrant 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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 45% 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. 33 detections recorded. 11 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.
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Comparable Water Systems

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47,251 people
A 10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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 $2,000 (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 Keller (EPA ID: TX2200096) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 46,308 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (88/100)

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

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
76244 0.0057 mg/L No N/A
76248 0.0057 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 Keller (TX2200096) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Keller water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Keller serve?

City of Keller serves approximately 46,308 people across 6 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Keller get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
21
Latest sample
4/28/2025
Highest analyte
PFHxS: 10.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFHxS 10.6 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 8.3 ppt
PFOS 5.7 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 4.2 ppt
PFPeA 3.5 ppt
PFBS 3.5 ppt

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
16,313
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 46,308
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 Keller safe to drink?
City of Keller earns a A 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 Keller 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 Keller serve?
City of Keller serves approximately 46,308 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is City of Keller's water source?
City of Keller draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Keller's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0057 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Keller's service area?
The City of Keller service area has a median household income of $156,242. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Keller get its water?
City of Keller'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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