Health Violations Found

Driftwood, TX (78619): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 13 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: West Travis County Public Utility Agency)

Health Violations Found PFAS Detected

Health-based violation records by water system:

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 78619 in Driftwood, TX contain 26 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 4 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Issues 4 health-based violation records
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0012 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 16 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 4 health-based violations and 22 non-health-based (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0012 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.
  • Flood 16 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Health Violations
26 violations 4 health-based PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
13
Water Systems
35,664
People Served
4
Health Violations (since 2021)Median is 0
Surface water
Water Source
0.00122 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$709K
Median Home Value264% above state median ($195K)

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Score Breakdown

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Canonical components

EPA water compliance
24/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
62/100
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

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Safety & Health (8) CRITICAL

Your Water System

ZIP code 78619 in Driftwood, Texas is mapped to the water system West Travis County Public Utility Agency (EPA ID: TX2270235). This system provides water to approximately 35,664 people from surface water sources.

There are 13 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
West Travis County Public Utility Agency TX2270235 35,664 Surface water
Wimberley Water Supply Corporation TX1050018 5,334 Groundwater
Dripping Springs Water Supply Corporation TX1050013 8,037 Surface water
La Ventana Water Supply System TX1050131 747 Groundwater
Reunion Ranch Wcid TX1050175 1,326 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for West Travis County Public Utility Agency (TX2270235) 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.

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Compliance History

2021 2022 2023 2024 1 2025 1
Health-based (MCL/TT) Other violations

PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 78619.

Detected compounds: PFBA.

Highest measured level: 0.0065 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.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (7) MODERATE

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Driftwood has 16 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 78619 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 26 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 78619 (primary system: West Travis County Public Utility Agency), including 4 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 78619's water come from?

The recorded water source for West Travis County Public Utility Agency, a system mapped to ZIP code 78619, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 35,664 people.

How can I get my water tested in Driftwood?

If West Travis County Public Utility Agency 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 78619 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 78619 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00122 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 78619?

78619 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Hays 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 78619's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 78619. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 78619?

FEMA records contain 16 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 78619; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Driftwood, TX (78619): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/78619/
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Page version: October 2026.

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