Water System Report TX

Desert Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0430032 · 2,091 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Desert Water Supply Corporation — the supplier serving 2,091 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

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

2,091
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$300K
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 6 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$84,591
Median Household Income
89,697
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
43th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Desert Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $84,591 and an estimated 89,697 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Desert 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Grayson 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

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% 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. 13 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,750
PFAS Treatment $313
Water Filtration $188
Total Estimated Cost $2,250

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 $2,250 (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

Desert Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0430032) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,091 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

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

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 Desert Water Supply Corporation (TX0430032) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Desert Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Desert Water Supply Corporation serve?

Desert Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,091 people across 9 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Desert Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Desert Water Supply Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Desert Water Supply Corporation serve?
Desert Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,091 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Desert Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Desert 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 Desert Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Desert Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $84,591. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Desert Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Desert 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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