Current Noncompliance TX 12 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Gorman

EPA ID: TX0670003 ยท 1,518 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Gorman (TX0670003): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Per EPA records, City of Gorman: 2 unresolved violations, 1,518 people in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,518
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
21
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$106K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,222
Median Household Income
2,491
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Gorman serves a community with a median household income of $54,222 and an estimated 2,491 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 80% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Gorman'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

80 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 93% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Gorman compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 14 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 14 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Kerens
1,520 people
7 violations
3 violations
1 violation
Coles Crossing
1,521 people
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0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $5,305

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,155
10 years
$20,310
20 years
$40,620

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $20,310 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 Gorman (EPA ID: TX0670003) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,518 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 19 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 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)
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 19, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
November 6, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
May 19, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 15, 2022 Lead and Copper 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
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 14 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Gorman (TX0670003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Gorman water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records 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 Gorman serve?

City of Gorman serves approximately 1,518 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Gorman get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Gorman's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, 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 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 City of Gorman serve?
City of Gorman serves approximately 1,518 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Gorman's water source?
City of Gorman draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Gorman's service area?
The City of Gorman service area has a median household income of $54,222. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Gorman get its water?
City of Gorman'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 Gorman (TX): 12 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0670003/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

City of Gorman (EPA ID: TX0670003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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