Health Violations Found TX 13 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0340068 · 2,670 people served · 7 ZIP codes

Federal data shows 14 unresolved violations at Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation — roughly 2,670 residents in the service area.

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

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
2,670
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
31
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$113K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 11 (2021) to 32 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$49,148
Median Household Income
20,560
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
71th
Poverty Percentile
79th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $49,148 and an estimated 20,560 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: 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?

Groundwater

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
34th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Cass 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 68% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 14 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 14 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $750
Lead Pipe Replacement $690
Water Filtration $450
Total Estimated Cost $1,890

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $5,658

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,330
10 years
$20,660
20 years
$41,320

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,890 (one-time) vs. $20,660 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

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0340068) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,670 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 7 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

13 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 14 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 28, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 27, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
May 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 17, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
September 29, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 18, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
June 26, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Monitoring Resolved
March 31, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring 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 14 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 8 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

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 →

Lead & Copper

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

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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

Coverage: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs 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 Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation (TX0340068) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation has recorded 13 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation serve?

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,670 people across 7 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
824
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 2,670
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation safe to drink?
Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation has a C safety grade based on 31 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, 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 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 Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation serve?
Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,670 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $49,148. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Eastern Cass Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0340068) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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