Water System Report TX

City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate

EPA ID: TX0790207 ยท 9,147 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate (TX0790207): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate has supplied tap water to 9,147 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

9,147
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$203K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$77,420
Median Household Income
56,119
Service Area Population
38%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate serves a community with a median household income of $77,420 and an estimated 56,119 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 38% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate'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
65th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 65th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% 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. 4 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

Harris County Wcid 119
9,150 people
0 violations
City of Gonzales
9,172 people
2 violations
0 violations
Travis County Wcid 10
9,204 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate (EPA ID: TX0790207) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 9,147 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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.

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 City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate (TX0790207) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate 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 City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate serve?

City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate serves approximately 9,147 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate serve?
City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate serves approximately 9,147 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate's water source?
City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate's service area?
The City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate service area has a median household income of $77,420. EPA EJScreen data classifies 38% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate get its water?
City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Missouri City Mustang Bayou Wate Water Report, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0790207/
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