Upper Leon River Mwd
EPA ID: TX0470015 · 2,919 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Upper Leon River Mwd (TX0470015): 3 health-based violations recorded since 2021. Although 8 violations appeared on Upper Leon River Mwd's record, each is listed as resolved; the system serves about 2,919 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Upper Leon River Mwd Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Upper Leon River Mwd have a median household income of $72,325 and about 4,235 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 50% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Upper Leon River Mwd'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Upper Leon River Mwd (EPA ID: TX0470015) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,919 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 76444 in De Leon.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 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 5, 2024 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| March 31, 2021 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| March 22, 2021 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| March 17, 2021 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| February 1, 2021 | Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 4 | No |
| TTHM | MCL Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Increased risk of cancer
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter →
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.004 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 76444 - De Leon
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Upper Leon River Mwd (TX0470015) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Leon River Mwd water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Upper Leon River Mwd; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Upper Leon River Mwd serve?
Upper Leon River Mwd serves approximately 2,919 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Upper Leon River Mwd get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
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