ZIP Code 77701 Water Quality & Testing Report
Beaumont, TX · Jefferson County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 77701 (Beaumont, TX)?
Yes, tap water in ZIP code 77701 (Beaumont, TX) is safe to drink under EPA Safe Drinking Water Act standards. Supplied by City of Beaumont Water Utility Department, the area earns an EPA Safety Grade of B (75/100) with 5 health violations, 0.8 ppb lead, and very hard (184 mg/L / 10.8 GPG) water.
Water Safety Grade
Good — Minor issues on record
Health Violations
5
Total Violations
15
Lead Risk
High
Contaminants
1
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 0 unresolved violation. Contact City of Beaumont Water Utility Department for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 77701
Tap water in ZIP code 77701 (Beaumont, TX) is distributed by City of Beaumont Water Utility Department (EPA ID: TX1230001), serving approximately 115,282 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of B with a composite quality score of 75/100.
Water System
City of Beaumont Water Utility Department
EPA ID: TX1230001
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
115,282 residents
County
Jefferson County County, Texas
Lead Levels in ZIP 77701
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 0.8 ppb — Very Low
Lead exposure risk in 77701 is rated High. EPA models estimate a 53% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
From annual CCR filing
EPA model estimate based on housing age and infrastructure
Water Hardness & Mineral Content
Grains per gallon (GPG) & Parts per million (PPM / mg/L)
Water in ZIP 77701 is Very Hard (184 mg/L / 10.8 GPG). High concentrations of dissolved limestone minerals cause severe mineral buildup, stiff laundry, dry skin, and premature water heater wear.
Grains per gallon
Parts per million CaCO3
Official EPA SDWIS Database Entry
Utility: City of Beaumont Water Utility Department · PWSID: TX1230001
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Beaumont Water Utility Department has recorded 5 health-based violations out of 15 total violations over the past 5 years.
Regulatory compliance risk for this utility is rated Critical based on past reporting and enforcement records.
Contaminants Detected
Contaminants with health-based violations on record
EPA records identify 1 contaminant with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Fecal Coliform.
From Consumer Confidence Report:
Lead (90 ppb*); Turbidity (5 NTU*)
⚖ Enforcement Actions
Water Source & Environmental Factors
Surface Water
This system draws water from lakes, rivers, or reservoirs. Surface water is treated to remove sediment, microorganisms, and chemical contaminants before reaching taps.
Lower potential
Estimated annual flood-related costs per property
% of household income spent on energy — indicator of older infrastructure
EPA Radon Zone 3 — lower radon potential, though the EPA still recommends testing all homes.
Water Quality Testing in ZIP 77701
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 77701 served by City of Beaumont Water Utility Department can test tap water or private well systems to verify water purity. Testing detects hidden contaminants before they impact family health.
Tap Water Testing Steps
- 1.Conduct a certified lead check if your home was constructed before 1986.
- 2.Use certified lab testing kits rather than uncalibrated test strips for regulated compliance.
- 3.Sample water from both your kitchen faucet and water heater to compare line purity.
Private Well Testing Steps
- •Test for Coliform bacteria and Nitrates annually.
- •Test for heavy metals, radon, and PFAS every 3 years.
- •Send samples to a state-certified drinking water laboratory recognized by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
🛡 What Should You Do? — ZIP 77701 Recommendations
Your water quality is good
- ✓ Run cold water for 30 seconds each morning before use — especially if pipes are old
- ✓ Request your annual Consumer Confidence Report from City of Beaumont Water Utility Department
- ✓ If your home was built before 1986, consider testing your own tap for lead
- ✓ Use a pitcher filter (NSF/ANSI 42 certified) for improved taste
Recommended Taste & Safety Filter:
NSF/ANSI 53 Certified Pitcher Filter
Best for removing aesthetic chlorine, odors, and low-level heavy metals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 77701 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 77701 is compiled from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), EPA ECHO enforcement database, UCMR5 unregulated contaminant monitoring, and Consumer Confidence Reports filed by City of Beaumont Water Utility Department. Safety scores are composite metrics derived from violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Data reflects a 5-year monitoring window. Last dataset update: 2024. View EPA source data →