Health Violations Found TX 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0030094 · 2,211 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Five-year compliance data for Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation includes 7 violations the EPA has not yet marked resolved — those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 2,211 residents across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 93
Avg Safety Score
2,211
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
28
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00126 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$159K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 26 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$59,204
Median Household Income
69,865
Service Area Population
57%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $59,204 and an estimated 69,865 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: 57% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation'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
45th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Angelina County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 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. 2 detections 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 →

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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 $1,200
Water Filtration $500
PFAS Treatment $333
Total Estimated Cost $2,033

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 $2,033 (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

Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0030094) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,211 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (93/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 8, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 18, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
March 31, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring 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 10 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 4 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
75925 0.00126 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation (TX0030094) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation serve?

Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,211 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
731
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,211
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation safe to drink?
Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation earns a A safety grade with 28 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. 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 Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation serve?
Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,211 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00126 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $59,204. EPA EJScreen data classifies 57% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Pollok-redtown Water Supply Corporation'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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