ZipCheckup grade for 75574: A.
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Simms, TX (75574): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 100/100
EPA data for Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 75574 in Simms, TX contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0024 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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Compiled data for Simms (75574) captures 1 condition at the high-priority tier - no finding in this dataset meets the critical threshold.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 100/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (6) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 75574 in Simms, Texas is mapped to the water system Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0190024). This system provides water to approximately 9,210 people from surface water sources.
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Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 75570 (New Boston) - 11 mi - 18 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75566 (Marietta) - 11 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 75559 (De Kalb) - 13 mi - 12 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75568 (Naples) - 13 mi - 161 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75567 (Maud) - 14 mi - 16 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75560 (Douglassville) - 16 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 75571 (Omaha) - 16 mi - 116 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75573 (Redwater) - 17 mi - 11 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75554 (Avery) - 19 mi - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 75558 (Cookville) - 20 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation (TX0190024) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 75574.
Detected compounds: PFBA.
Highest measured level: 0.0058 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 75574 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 75574 (primary system: Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 75574's water come from?
The recorded water source for Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation, a system mapped to ZIP code 75574, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 9,210 people.
How does Simms water compare to the national average?
Simms's Home Safety Score ranks better than 93% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 97% within Texas.
How can I get my water tested in Simms?
If Central Bowie County Water Supply Corporation supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 75574 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 75574 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00236 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 75574?
75574 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Bowie County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 75574's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 75574. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Simms, TX (75574): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 100/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/75574/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 75574
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75570 | New Boston, TX | 10.9 mi | A | 18 |
| 75566 | Marietta, TX | 11.2 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 75559 | De Kalb, TX | 12.5 mi | A | 12 |
| 75568 | Naples, TX | 12.8 mi | N/A | 161 |
| 75567 | Maud, TX | 13.5 mi | A | 16 |
| 75560 | Douglassville, TX | 16.2 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 75571 | Omaha, TX | 16.3 mi | N/A | 116 |
| 75573 | Redwater, TX | 17.1 mi | A | 11 |
| 75554 | Avery, TX | 19.2 mi | N/A | 3 |
| 75558 | Cookville, TX | 19.7 mi | N/A | 7 |
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