Current Noncompliance MO

Texas County Pwsd 1

EPA ID: MO4024606 ยท 3,335 people served ยท 8 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Texas County Pwsd 1 (MO4024606): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Current EPA status: Texas County Pwsd 1, 1 open violation, 3,335 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,335
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$153K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Texas County Pwsd 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,546
Median Household Income
34,802
Service Area Population
81%
Disadvantaged Population
73th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Texas County Pwsd 1 serves a community with a median household income of $63,546 and an estimated 34,802 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 81% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Texas County Pwsd 1's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 67% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Texas County Pwsd 1 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $825
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $75
Total Estimated Cost $1,300

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,300 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Texas County Pwsd 1 (EPA ID: MO4024606) is a community water system in Missouri that serves approximately 3,335 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 8 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 30, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MO or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Texas County Pwsd 1 (MO4024606) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Texas County Pwsd 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Texas County Pwsd 1 serve?

Texas County Pwsd 1 serves approximately 3,335 people across 8 ZIP codes in Missouri.

Where does Texas County Pwsd 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Texas County Pwsd 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Texas County Pwsd 1 serve?
Texas County Pwsd 1 serves approximately 3,335 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Texas County Pwsd 1's water source?
Texas County Pwsd 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Texas County Pwsd 1's service area?
The Texas County Pwsd 1 service area has a median household income of $63,546. EPA EJScreen data classifies 81% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Texas County Pwsd 1 get its water?
Texas County Pwsd 1's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Texas County Pwsd 1 (MO): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/mo4024606/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Texas County Pwsd 1 (EPA ID: MO4024606) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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