Water System Report TX

D P & R Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX0760013 · 699 people served · 1 ZIP code

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, D P & R Water Supply Corporation recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 699 people.

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

699
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$68K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2022) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for D P & R Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,171
Median Household Income
1,662
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
87%
Pre-1986 Housing

The D P & R Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $57,171 and an estimated 1,662 residents across its service area. Approximately 87% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

D P & R 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Fisher 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

58 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 89% 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. 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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C 3 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $2,300 (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

D P & R Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX0760013) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 699 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79546 in Rotan.

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

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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 D P & R Water Supply Corporation (TX0760013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is D P & R Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

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

How many people does D P & R Water Supply Corporation serve?

D P & R Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 699 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does D P & R Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
D P & R 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 D P & R Water Supply Corporation serve?
D P & R Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 699 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is D P & R Water Supply Corporation's water source?
D P & R 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 D P & R Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The D P & R Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $57,171. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does D P & R Water Supply Corporation get its water?
D P & R 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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