Historical Compliance Records TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Hidden Valley Water System

EPA ID: TX0610099 ยท 186 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hidden Valley Water System (TX0610099): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Even though Hidden Valley Water System accumulated 28 violations over five years, all have been formally resolved - the provider currently meets EPA standards for 186 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

186
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
28
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0128 mg/L
Max Lead Level
28
Contaminants Flagged
$358K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hidden Valley Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,833
Median Household Income
27,186
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
17%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hidden Valley Water System serves a community with a median household income of $90,833 and an estimated 27,186 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hidden Valley Water System'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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

20 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 31% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hidden Valley Water System compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 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†’

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Hidden Valley Water System (EPA ID: TX0610099) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 186 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 76208 in Denton.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 28 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, 26 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 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Selenium Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2005 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2037 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Atrazine Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Benzene Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2051 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2065 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2067 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2274 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2306 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2326 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Contaminant 2959 Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2021 Barium Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 1 No
Mercury Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0128 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.

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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 Hidden Valley Water System (TX0610099) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hidden Valley Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hidden Valley Water System; its 28 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hidden Valley Water System serve?

Hidden Valley Water System serves approximately 186 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Hidden Valley Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Hidden Valley Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Mercury, Atrazine, Cadmium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Hidden Valley Water System serve?
Hidden Valley Water System serves approximately 186 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hidden Valley Water System's water source?
Hidden Valley Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hidden Valley Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0128 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hidden Valley Water System's service area?
The Hidden Valley Water System service area has a median household income of $90,833. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Hidden Valley Water System get its water?
Hidden Valley Water System'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hidden Valley Water System (TX): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0610099/
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Hidden Valley Water System (TX): 1 Health Violation}},
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What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Hidden Valley Water System (EPA ID: TX0610099) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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