Water System Report TX

Westminster Special Utility District

EPA ID: TX0430049 · 2,424 people served · 6 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Westminster Special Utility District shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,424 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

A · 87
Avg Safety Score
2,424
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$317K
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 Westminster Special Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$84,591
Median Household Income
54,256
Service Area Population
16%
Disadvantaged Population
32th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Westminster Special Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $84,591 and an estimated 54,256 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Westminster 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
38th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
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

26 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 38% 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. 8 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 $1,617
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,067

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 $2,067 (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

Westminster Special Utility District (EPA ID: TX0430049) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,424 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (87/100)

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

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.

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: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP 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 Westminster Special Utility District (TX0430049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westminster Special Utility District water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Westminster Special Utility District has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Westminster Special Utility District serve?

Westminster Special Utility District serves approximately 2,424 people across 6 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Westminster 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
49
Unknown Material
727
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,424
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 Westminster Special Utility District safe to drink?
Westminster Special Utility District earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Westminster Special Utility District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Westminster Special Utility District serve?
Westminster Special Utility District serves approximately 2,424 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Westminster Special Utility District's water source?
Westminster Special Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Westminster Special Utility District's service area?
The Westminster Special Utility District 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 Westminster Special Utility District get its water?
Westminster 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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