Monitoring Violations TX

Baylor Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0120004 · 2,838 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Five-year compliance data for Baylor Water Supply Corporation includes 1 violation 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 2,838 residents across the area it supplies.

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

A · 90
Avg Safety Score
2,838
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00598 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$98K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Baylor Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$42,463
Median Household Income
9,495
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
79%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Baylor Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $42,463 and an estimated 9,495 residents across its service area. Approximately 79% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Baylor 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
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
3th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Archer 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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
9 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 87% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Baylor Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Lead and Copper 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. 3 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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A 2 violations
A 5 violations
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2,848 people
0 violations
A 25 violations
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2,820 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,833

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 $1,833 (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

Baylor Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0120004) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,838 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (90/100)

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

Violation History

3 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
February 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report 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 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 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
76380 0.00598 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 Baylor Water Supply Corporation (TX0120004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baylor Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Baylor Water Supply Corporation has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Baylor Water Supply Corporation serve?

Baylor Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,838 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Baylor 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
81
Unknown Material
1,145
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 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,838
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 Baylor Water Supply Corporation safe to drink?
Baylor Water Supply Corporation earns a A safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Baylor Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper 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 Baylor Water Supply Corporation serve?
Baylor Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,838 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Baylor Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Baylor Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Baylor Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00598 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Baylor Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Baylor Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $42,463. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Baylor Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Baylor 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

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Baylor Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0120004) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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