Water System Report TX

Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0570098 · 279 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 279.

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

279
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$253K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 5 (2023) to 10 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$78,902
Median Household Income
197,667
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
52th
Poverty Percentile
46th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $78,902 and an estimated 197,667 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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?

Groundwater

Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
56th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Tarrant 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

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% 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. 32 detections recorded. 8 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 exceed state limits.

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 Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $960
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $480
Total Estimated Cost $2,040

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 $2,040 (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

Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0570098) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 279 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 3 additional ZIPs 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 Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation (TX0570098) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation serve?

Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 279 people across 5 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation serve?
Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 279 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $78,902. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Matthew Road Water Supply Corporation'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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