Water System Report TX

Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo

EPA ID: TX0310059 · 3,644 people served · 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo (TX0310059): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 3,644 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B · 71
Avg Safety Score
3,644
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$175K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$60,802
Median Household Income
68,065
Service Area Population
94%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo serves a community with a median household income of $60,802 and an estimated 68,065 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 94% 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

Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% 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. 12 detections recorded. 3 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

City of West Columbia
3,650 people
A 0 violations
Jbsa Medina
3,650 people
0 violations
4 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 $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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 $1,950 (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

Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo (EPA ID: TX0310059) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,644 people from surface water sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (71/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo (TX0310059) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo serve?

Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo serves approximately 3,644 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo safe to drink?
Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo serve?
Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo serves approximately 3,644 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo's water source?
Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo's service area?
The Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo service area has a median household income of $60,802. EPA EJScreen data classifies 94% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo get its water?
Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Valley Municipal Utility District 2 Rancho Viejo, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0310059/
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