Current Health-Based Noncompliance TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0670018 ยท 770 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation (TX0670018): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Federal compliance records for Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation list 3 open violations that have not yet been resolved - the utility serves approximately 770 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS

770
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
6
Contaminants Flagged
$125K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$47,740
Median Household Income
8,081
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $47,740 and an estimated 8,081 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation'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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Stage 1 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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection 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

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Lead Pipe Replacement $2,250
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $4,900

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,900 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0670018) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 770 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform 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
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper 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 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Need help with your water quality?

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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 Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation (TX0670018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 770 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Stage 1 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 Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?
Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 770 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $47,740. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation'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.). Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation: 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0670018/
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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 โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0670018) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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