Water System Report TX

Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0140025 · 1,896 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 1,896 people served.

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

1,896
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$158K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,037
Median Household Income
31,050
Service Area Population
42%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
64%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $63,037 and an estimated 31,050 residents across its service area. Approximately 64% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 42% 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?

Surface Water

Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Bell 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

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 22 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

Similar-sized systems in Texas

A 19 violations
City of Tatum
1,902 people
C 58 violations
0 violations
0 violations
B 6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,000 (one-time) vs. $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

Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0140025) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,896 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation (TX0140025) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?

Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 1,896 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?
Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 1,896 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $63,037. EPA EJScreen data classifies 42% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Little Elm Valley Water Supply Corporation's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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