Historical Compliance Records TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

West Bell County Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0140105 ยท 4,842 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Bell County Water Supply Corporation (TX0140105): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. West Bell County Water Supply Corporation carries 2 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 4,842 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,842
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00119 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Bell County Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$78,212
Median Household Income
123,042
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
45th
Poverty Percentile
38th
Energy Burden Percentile
25%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Bell County Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $78,212 and an estimated 123,042 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

West Bell County 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
35th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
35th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

26 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 38% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How West Bell County Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP 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. 25 detections recorded. 5 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,350
PFAS Treatment $575
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $2,375

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 $2,375 (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

West Bell County Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0140105) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 4,842 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP 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 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00119 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.

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

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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 West Bell County Water Supply Corporation (TX0140105) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Bell County Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for West Bell County Water Supply Corporation; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does West Bell County Water Supply Corporation serve?

West Bell County Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 4,842 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does West Bell County Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
116
Detections
8
Latest sample
2/20/2024
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 10.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 10.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 8.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 7.4 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFHxA 6.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 6.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOS 5.9 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in West Bell County Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 West Bell County Water Supply Corporation serve?
West Bell County Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 4,842 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is West Bell County Water Supply Corporation's water source?
West Bell County Water Supply Corporation draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Bell County Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00119 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of West Bell County Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The West Bell County Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $78,212. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Bell County Water Supply Corporation get its water?
West Bell County 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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). West Bell County Water Supply Corporation: 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0140105/
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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

West Bell County Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0140105) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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