Monitoring Violations TX

West Leonard Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0740034 · 2,586 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Not yet resolved: 1 EPA violation at West Leonard Water Supply Corporation, affecting about 2,586 residents.

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

C · 60
Avg Safety Score
2,586
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.485 mg/L
Max Lead Level — Exceeds Limit
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 5 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Leonard Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$77,569
Median Household Income
73,096
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
42%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Leonard Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $77,569 and an estimated 73,096 residents across its service area. Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

West Leonard 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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
36th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
16th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Collin 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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How West Leonard Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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

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.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 12 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

B 0 violations
A 2 violations
City of Kirbyville
2,578 people
B 14 violations
City of Seymour
2,576 people
0 violations
City of West
2,597 people
B 18 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,622
PFAS Treatment $278
Water Filtration $200
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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Lead Exposure — Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,945
10 years
$15,890
20 years
$31,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $15,890 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

West Leonard Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0740034) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,586 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (60/100)

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

Violation History

8 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 28, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
November 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 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
75452 0.485 mg/L Yes N/A
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 West Leonard Water Supply Corporation (TX0740034) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Leonard Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

West Leonard Water Supply Corporation has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does West Leonard Water Supply Corporation serve?

West Leonard Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,586 people across 9 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does West Leonard Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
939
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2024-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,586
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from West Leonard Water Supply Corporation safe to drink?
West Leonard Water Supply Corporation has a C safety grade based on 8 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in West Leonard Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment 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 West Leonard Water Supply Corporation serve?
West Leonard Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,586 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is West Leonard Water Supply Corporation's water source?
West Leonard Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in West Leonard Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.485 mg/L. This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of West Leonard Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The West Leonard Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $77,569. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Leonard Water Supply Corporation get its water?
West Leonard 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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

West Leonard Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0740034) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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