Historical Compliance Records TX

City of Lucas

EPA ID: TX0430054 ยท 8,378 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Lucas (TX0430054): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. A total of 2 EPA violations spanning the past five monitoring years sit on City of Lucas's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 8,378 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

8,378
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00104 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$409K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$106,055
Median Household Income
112,627
Service Area Population
7%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
30%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Lucas serves a community with a median household income of $106,055 and an estimated 112,627 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Lucas'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Lucas compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 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. 6 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Tbcd Winnie Stowell
8,397 people
A 5 violations
18 violations
Jackrabbit Road Pud
8,346 people
0 violations
City of Hitchcock
8,346 people
B 8 violations
Rice University
8,415 people
9 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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 $2,000 (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 Lucas (EPA ID: TX0430054) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 8,378 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 30, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00104 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 City of Lucas (TX0430054) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Lucas water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Lucas; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Lucas serve?

City of Lucas serves approximately 8,378 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Lucas 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
232
Detections
31
Latest sample
3/18/2024
Highest analyte
PFBA: 11.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 11.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 6.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 5.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 4.5 ppt โ€” โ€”

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Lucas's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper 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 Lucas serve?
City of Lucas serves approximately 8,378 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Lucas's water source?
City of Lucas draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Lucas's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00104 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Lucas's service area?
The City of Lucas service area has a median household income of $106,055. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Lucas get its water?
City of Lucas'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Lucas (TX): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0430054/
BibTeX
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

City of Lucas (EPA ID: TX0430054) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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