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Official Status: March 2026

Is Childress tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
F

Use extra caution — Childress scores 28/100.

Safety Score
28
out of 100

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Childress

Texas

View Texas state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Childress tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Childress scores 28/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Childress. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Childress.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Childress?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Should you buy a water purifier in Childress? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to Childress, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 28/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Childress a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Childress

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Childress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Childress tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Childress scores 28/100.

How many water systems serve Childress?

Childress is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Childress?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Childress.

What is the water quality score for Childress?

The water quality score for Childress is 28 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Childress?

Current contaminant data for Childress is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
28/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
1
Population
6,105

Childress Water Quality Summary

Childress, TX receives a water quality score of 28/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Childress's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Childress's score of 28 is 50 points below the Texas state average of 78, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Texas water quality rankings report →

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Water Systems Serving Childress (0)

Water system data coming soon for Childress.

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