Current Noncompliance TX 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Granite Shoals

EPA ID: TX0270049 ยท 6,795 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Granite Shoals (TX0270049): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Within the EPA compliance database, City of Granite Shoals shows 2 violations still pending resolution - a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 6,795 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.

Data: EPA SDWIS

6,795
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00143 mg/L
Max Lead Level
4
Contaminants Flagged
$282K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Granite Shoals Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,852
Median Household Income
28,463
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Granite Shoals serves a community with a median household income of $64,852 and an estimated 28,463 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Granite Shoals'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Granite Shoals compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 5 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment 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. 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 โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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23 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $250
Radon Mitigation $200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $14,108

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,220
10 years
$24,440
20 years
$48,880

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,400 (one-time) vs. $24,440 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

City of Granite Shoals (EPA ID: TX0270049) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 6,795 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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
August 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 13, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 15, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Lead and Copper 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
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 5 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00143 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

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 City of Granite Shoals (TX0270049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Granite Shoals water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Granite Shoals serve?

City of Granite Shoals serves approximately 6,795 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Granite Shoals 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
1
Latest sample
9/6/2023
Highest analyte
PFBA: 16.7 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 16.7 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Granite Shoals's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 City of Granite Shoals serve?
City of Granite Shoals serves approximately 6,795 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Granite Shoals's water source?
City of Granite Shoals draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Granite Shoals's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00143 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Granite Shoals's service area?
The City of Granite Shoals service area has a median household income of $64,852. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Granite Shoals get its water?
City of Granite Shoals'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.). City of Granite Shoals (TX): 5 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0270049/
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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

City of Granite Shoals (EPA ID: TX0270049) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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