Health Violations Found TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Verona Special Utility District

EPA ID: TX0430048 · 3,672 people served · 4 ZIP codes

2 open EPA findings remain on record at Verona Special Utility District — the utility supplies approximately 3,672 people.

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

A · 91
Avg Safety Score
3,672
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00219 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$312K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 11 (2024) to 7 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Verona Special Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$88,334
Median Household Income
67,787
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
27%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Verona Special Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $88,334 and an estimated 67,787 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Verona Special Utility District'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 40% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Verona Special Utility District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Stage 1 DBP 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. 7 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

B 12 violations
City of Chandler
3,663 people
A 13 violations
0 violations
City of Bertram
3,636 people
A 3 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,675
PFAS Treatment $375
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,350

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 $2,350 (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

Verona Special Utility District (EPA ID: TX0430048) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,672 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (91/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 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
75424 0.00219 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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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 Verona Special Utility District (TX0430048) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Verona Special Utility District water safe to drink?

Verona Special Utility District has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Verona Special Utility District serve?

Verona Special Utility District serves approximately 3,672 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Verona Special Utility District 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
1
Unknown Material
1,198
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 3,672
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.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Verona Special Utility District safe to drink?
Verona Special Utility District earns a A safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Verona Special Utility District's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Verona Special Utility District serve?
Verona Special Utility District serves approximately 3,672 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Verona Special Utility District's water source?
Verona Special Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Verona Special Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00219 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Verona Special Utility District's service area?
The Verona Special Utility District service area has a median household income of $88,334. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Verona Special Utility District get its water?
Verona Special Utility District'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

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Verona Special Utility District (EPA ID: TX0430048) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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