Water System Report TX

Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0680214 ยท 3,477 people served ยท 8 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation (TX0680214): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation's five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 3,477 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,477
People Served
8
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$251K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,130
Median Household Income
214,441
Service Area Population
24%
Disadvantaged Population
44th
Poverty Percentile
44th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $90,130 and an estimated 214,441 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 58% 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. 30 detections recorded. 6 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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1 violation
City of Hudson Oaks
3,487 people
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City of Reno
3,460 people
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3,450 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,438
Water Filtration $525
PFAS Treatment $475
Total Estimated Cost $2,438

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 $2,438 (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

Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0680214) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,477 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 8 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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 Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation (TX0680214) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation serve?

Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 3,477 people across 8 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Greater Gardendale 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 Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation serve?
Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 3,477 people with drinking water across 8 ZIP codes.
What is Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $90,130. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Greater Gardendale Water Supply Corporation'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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