Water System Report TX

Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority

EPA ID: TX0230004 · 126 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring history at Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 126 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

126
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$82K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$37,083
Median Household Income
727
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
92%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $37,083 and an estimated 727 residents across its service area. Approximately 92% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Briscoe 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
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 89% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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.

System Overview

Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority (EPA ID: TX0230004) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 126 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79257 in Silverton.

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.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority (TX0230004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority serve?

Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority serves approximately 126 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority serve?
Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority serves approximately 126 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority's water source?
Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority's service area?
The Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority service area has a median household income of $37,083. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority get its water?
Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority'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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