Water System Report TX

Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District

EPA ID: TX0790049 ยท 2,607 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District (TX0790049): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District, 2,607 residents served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,607
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$210K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,097
Median Household Income
39,054
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $74,097 and an estimated 39,054 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District'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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 5 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 โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,700 (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

Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX0790049) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,607 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77489 in Missouri City.

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
0.0011 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.

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 Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District (TX0790049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District 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 Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District serve?

Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,607 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District serve?
Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,607 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District's water source?
Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District's service area?
The Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District service area has a median household income of $74,097. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District get its water?
Meadowcreek Municipal Utility District'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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