Monitoring Violations TX

City of Plano

EPA ID: TX0430007 · 292,059 people served · 12 ZIP codes

Although 1 violation appeared on City of Plano's record, all have been remedied — currently compliant, 292,059 served.

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

A · 94
Avg Safety Score
292,059
People Served
12
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00296 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$435K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 5 (2022) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$113,569
Median Household Income
466,431
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
23th
Poverty Percentile
23th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Plano serves a community with a median household income of $113,569 and an estimated 466,431 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Plano'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
42th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
24th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Collin 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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Plano compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 48 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

D 54 violations
City of Corpus Christi
318,387 people
A 1 violation
City of Irving
264,546 people
A 0 violations
City of Laredo
260,046 people
C 34 violations
City of Garland
248,822 people
A 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,000
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $1,550

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 $1,550 (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

City of Plano (EPA ID: TX0430007) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 292,059 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 12 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (94/100)

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

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
75023 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75024 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75025 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75026 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75074 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75075 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75086 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75093 0.00296 mg/L No N/A
75094 0.00296 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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: 10 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 City of Plano (TX0430007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Plano water safe to drink?

City of Plano has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does City of Plano serve?

City of Plano serves approximately 292,059 people across 12 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Plano 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
11
Latest sample
11/5/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 7.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 7.3 ppt
PFHxA 4.4 ppt
PFPeA 4.3 ppt
PFBS 3.1 ppt

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
83,916
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 292,059
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 City of Plano safe to drink?
City of Plano earns a A safety grade with 1 violation in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Plano's water?
Detected contaminants include Revised Total Coliform 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 City of Plano serve?
City of Plano serves approximately 292,059 people with drinking water across 12 ZIP codes.
What is City of Plano's water source?
City of Plano draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Plano's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00296 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Plano's service area?
The City of Plano service area has a median household income of $113,569. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Plano get its water?
City of Plano'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.

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

City of Plano (EPA ID: TX0430007) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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