Colorado County Wcid 2
EPA ID: TX0450014 · 979 people served · 3 ZIP codes
With a five-year violation-free history, Colorado County Wcid 2 delivers safe water to 979 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Colorado County Wcid 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade B
Service Area Demographics
The Colorado County Wcid 2 serves a community with a median household income of $65,761 and an estimated 1,540 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Colorado County Wcid 2'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.
About 2% of homes in Colorado 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
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Texas
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
COLORADO COUNTY WCID 2 (EPA ID: TX0450014) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 979 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
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 FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Colorado County Wcid 2 (TX0450014) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colorado County Wcid 2 water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Colorado County Wcid 2 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Colorado County Wcid 2 serve?
Colorado County Wcid 2 serves approximately 979 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.
Where does Colorado County Wcid 2 get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.