Current Noncompliance TX

City of Highland Village

EPA ID: TX0610080 ยท 16,500 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Highland Village (TX0610080): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Based on the latest federal compliance data, City of Highland Village has 1 violation that the EPA has not yet closed - those outstanding findings are part of the enforcement record for a utility that delivers water to approximately 16,500 people throughout its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

16,500
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00262 mg/L
Max Lead Level
2
Contaminants Flagged
$419K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$121,220
Median Household Income
40,883
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Highland Village serves a community with a median household income of $121,220 and an estimated 40,883 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Highland Village'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Highland Village compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 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. 7 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†’

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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 $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $300
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 Highland Village (EPA ID: TX0610080) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 16,500 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 75077 in Lewisville.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP 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
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00262 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 Highland Village (TX0610080) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Highland Village water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Highland Village serve?

City of Highland Village serves approximately 16,500 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Highland Village 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
406
Detections
19
Latest sample
11/6/2023
Highest analyte
PFBA: 9.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 9.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 7.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 6.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 4.9 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHpA 3 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 Highland Village's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants 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 Highland Village serve?
City of Highland Village serves approximately 16,500 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Highland Village's water source?
City of Highland Village draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Highland Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00262 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Highland Village's service area?
The City of Highland Village service area has a median household income of $121,220. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Highland Village get its water?
City of Highland Village'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Highland Village (TX): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0610080/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

City of Highland Village (EPA ID: TX0610080) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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