City of Olney
EPA ID: TX2520003 · 3,285 people served · 1 ZIP code
Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, City of Olney kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 3,285 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Olney Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Olney serves a community with a median household income of $41,869 and an estimated 3,915 residents across its service area. Approximately 81% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Olney'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.
About 3% of homes in Young 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Texas
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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 Olney (EPA ID: TX2520003) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,285 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 76374 in Olney.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 76374 — Olney
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for City of Olney (TX2520003) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Olney water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, City of Olney has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does City of Olney serve?
City of Olney serves approximately 3,285 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does City of Olney get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.