Current Noncompliance TX 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Huntington

EPA ID: TX0030002 ยท 2,014 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Huntington (TX0030002): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. While corrective steps may be in progress, City of Huntington currently shows 3 EPA violations unresolved - serving a population of approximately 2,014.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,014
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
49
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.000791 mg/L
Max Lead Level
30
Contaminants Flagged
$106K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Huntington Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,412
Median Household Income
9,041
Service Area Population
53%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Huntington serves a community with a median household income of $58,412 and an estimated 9,041 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 53% 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

City of Huntington'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Huntington compares to EPA limits

Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Contaminant 2110 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 4 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Selenium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.05 mg/L
Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage

What This Means For You

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Contaminant 2110 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
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†’

Mercury was detected in this water system. activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

City of Huntington (EPA ID: TX0030002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,014 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 75949 in Huntington.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 23 resolved, 23 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
February 6, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 11, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 21, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 7, 2022 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 13, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
March 24, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 21, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 21, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
November 22, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 12, 2021 Lead and Copper 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
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 12 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 4 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
Nickel Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 1 No
Mercury Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.000791 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.

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 TX 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 City of Huntington (TX0030002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Huntington water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Huntington serve?

City of Huntington serves approximately 2,014 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Huntington get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Huntington's water?
Detected contaminants include Mercury, Cadmium, Contaminant 2110, Haloacetic Acids (HAA5). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 City of Huntington serve?
City of Huntington serves approximately 2,014 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Huntington's water source?
City of Huntington draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Huntington's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000791 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Huntington's service area?
The City of Huntington service area has a median household income of $58,412. EPA EJScreen data classifies 53% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Huntington get its water?
City of Huntington'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.). City of Huntington (TX): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0030002/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

City of Huntington (EPA ID: TX0030002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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