Health Violations Found TX 5 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1

EPA ID: TX0660003 · 6,291 people served · 2 ZIP codes

The EPA enforcement database lists 7 active violations for San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 6,291 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

B · 81
Avg Safety Score
6,291
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
17
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00121 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
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 1 (2022) to 9 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$52,598
Median Household Income
8,382
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
85th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 serves a community with a median household income of $52,598 and an estimated 8,382 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% 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

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
15th
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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 compares to EPA limits

Barium 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Barium at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

B 8 violations
City of Lindale
6,313 people
0 violations
City of Keene
6,346 people
A 9 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $4,370

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,685
10 years
$19,370
20 years
$38,740

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $19,370 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

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 (EPA ID: TX0660003) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 6,291 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (81/100)

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

Violation History

5 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
June 30, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 3, 2025 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
April 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
February 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 4 No
Barium Inorganic 3 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 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
78384 0.00121 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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 San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 (TX0660003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 water safe to drink?

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 has recorded 5 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 San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 serve?

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 serves approximately 6,291 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
58

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 safe to drink?
San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 earns a B safety grade with 17 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in San Diego Municipal Utility District 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. 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 San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 serve?
San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 serves approximately 6,291 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is San Diego Municipal Utility District 1's water source?
San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in San Diego Municipal Utility District 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00121 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of San Diego Municipal Utility District 1's service area?
The San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 service area has a median household income of $52,598. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 get its water?
San Diego Municipal Utility District 1'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

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

San Diego Municipal Utility District 1 (EPA ID: TX0660003) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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