Water System Report TX

Nevada Special Utility District

EPA ID: TX0430053 · 4,218 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Water monitoring history at Nevada Special Utility District shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 4,218 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.

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

B · 82
Avg Safety Score
4,218
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0104 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$361K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$123,348
Median Household Income
102,097
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
35th
Energy Burden Percentile
13%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Nevada Special Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $123,348 and an estimated 102,097 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Nevada Special Utility District'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
38th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
25th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rockwall 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

23 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 35% 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. 19 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 $1,825
PFAS Treatment $525
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Nevada Special Utility District (EPA ID: TX0430053) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 4,218 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (82/100)

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

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
75173 0.0104 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 Nevada Special Utility District (TX0430053) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nevada Special Utility District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Nevada Special Utility District serve?

Nevada Special Utility District serves approximately 4,218 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Nevada Special Utility District 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
174
Detections
10
Latest sample
7/7/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 6.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 6.5 ppt
PFPeA 4.2 ppt
PFHxA 3.8 ppt
PFBS 3.5 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 →

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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
1,962
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: 4,218
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 Nevada Special Utility District safe to drink?
Nevada Special Utility District earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Nevada 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 Nevada Special Utility District serve?
Nevada Special Utility District serves approximately 4,218 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Nevada Special Utility District's water source?
Nevada Special Utility District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Nevada Special Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0104 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Nevada Special Utility District's service area?
The Nevada Special Utility District service area has a median household income of $123,348. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Nevada Special Utility District get its water?
Nevada Special Utility District'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.
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