Health Violations Found TX 37 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Duval County Crd Benavides

EPA ID: TX0660001 · 2,285 people served · 1 ZIP code

Duval County Crd Benavides shows 44 open EPA violations in current federal records for approximately 2,285 people.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
2,285
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
52
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00112 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$87K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 7 (2024) to 8 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Duval County Crd Benavides Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$44,750
Median Household Income
1,518
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Duval County Crd Benavides serves a community with a median household income of $44,750 and an estimated 1,518 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Duval County Crd Benavides'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Duval 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

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Duval County Crd Benavides compares to EPA limits

Barium 34 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 34 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Coliform at 4 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $4,335

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,670
10 years
$19,340
20 years
$38,680

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $19,340 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

Duval County Crd Benavides (EPA ID: TX0660001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,285 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 78341 in Benavides.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

37 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 44 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Unresolved
June 30, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Barium Health-based Unresolved
November 19, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved
September 28, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 34 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 8 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 4 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
78341 0.00112 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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 Duval County Crd Benavides (TX0660001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Duval County Crd Benavides water safe to drink?

Duval County Crd Benavides has recorded 37 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Duval County Crd Benavides serve?

Duval County Crd Benavides serves approximately 2,285 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Duval County Crd Benavides get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Duval County Crd Benavides safe to drink?
Duval County Crd Benavides earns a B safety grade with 52 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Duval County Crd Benavides's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Total Coliform. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Duval County Crd Benavides serve?
Duval County Crd Benavides serves approximately 2,285 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Duval County Crd Benavides's water source?
Duval County Crd Benavides draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Duval County Crd Benavides's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00112 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Duval County Crd Benavides's service area?
The Duval County Crd Benavides service area has a median household income of $44,750. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Duval County Crd Benavides get its water?
Duval County Crd Benavides'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

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Duval County Crd Benavides (EPA ID: TX0660001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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