ZIP Code 79553 Water Quality & Testing Report
Stamford, TX · Jones County County · Updated for 2026
Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in ZIP 79553 (Stamford, TX)?
Caution / Filtration Recommended: Tap water in ZIP code 79553 (Stamford, TX) has compliance concerns, earning an EPA Safety Grade of C (56/100) due to 10 health violation(s) and 8.7 ppb lead. While treated by City of Stamford, residents are advised to use an NSF/ANSI 53 certified water filter for drinking and cooking.
Water Safety Grade
Fair — Some compliance concerns
Health Violations
10
Total Violations
14
Lead Risk
Very High
Contaminants
3
Active Water Quality Issues Detected
EPA records show 6 unresolved violations. Contact City of Stamford for current status.
About Tap Water in ZIP Code 79553
Tap water in ZIP code 79553 (Stamford, TX) is distributed by City of Stamford (EPA ID: TX1270003), serving approximately 3,101 residents. Based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance records, this system receives a water safety grade of C with a composite quality score of 56/100.
Water System
City of Stamford
EPA ID: TX1270003
Water Source
Surface Water
Population Served
3,101 residents
County
Jones County County, Texas
Lead Levels in ZIP 79553
EPA action level: 15 ppb | Public health goal: 0 ppb
Lead Level: 8.7 ppb — Moderate
Lead exposure risk in 79553 is rated Very High. EPA models estimate a 72% exposure probability based on housing and infrastructure age.
EPA action level: 1.3 mg/L
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 79553 is Very Hard (191 mg/L / 11.2 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 Stamford · PWSID: TX1270003
Violation History
Past 5 years — EPA SDWIS data
City of Stamford has recorded 10 health-based violations out of 14 total violations over the past 5 years. 6 violations remain unresolved in EPA tracking records.
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 3 contaminants with health-based violations in the past 5 years: Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule.
⚖ 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 79553
Tap Water & Well Testing Recommendations
Residents in ZIP code 79553 served by City of Stamford 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 79553 Recommendations
Some compliance concerns — take precautions
- ⚠ Use a certified NSF/ANSI 53 filter for drinking and cooking water if you have young children
- ⚠ Never give unfiltered tap water to infants in formula — use certified bottled or filtered water
- ⚠ Request a copy of the Consumer Confidence Report to see what was detected and when
- ⚠ Call the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline: 1-800-426-4791
Recommended Water Treatment Systems:
NSF 53 Lead Pitcher Filter
Specifically certified to reduce lead and copper at the tap.
NSF 58 Under-Sink RO System
Advanced filtration for PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, and organic chemicals.
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP 79553 Water Quality
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Data Sources & Methodology
Water quality data for ZIP code 79553 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 Stamford. 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 →