Water System Report TX

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0670018 · 770 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Water monitoring for Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation: clean, five years, 770 residents.

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

770
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$119K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 7 (2022) to 12 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,957
Median Household Income
13,976
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $56,957 and an estimated 13,976 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% 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.

🌊 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Eastland 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

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
11 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 84% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Lead Pipe Replacement Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,600
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,500
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $333
Total Estimated Cost $4,033

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,033 (one-time) vs. $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 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation (TX0670018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?

Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 770 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serve?
Morton Valley Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 770 people with drinking water across 3 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 $56,957. 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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