Historical Compliance Records TX

Sienna Municipal Utility District 3

EPA ID: TX0790376 ยท 7,365 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 (TX0790376): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Within the five-year EPA monitoring span, Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 accumulated 1 violation - every finding has been resolved and the utility operates in full compliance today, supplying water to approximately 7,365 people without any active enforcement proceedings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,365
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$368K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$132,758
Median Household Income
81,251
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
20%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 serves a community with a median household income of $132,758 and an estimated 81,251 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sienna Municipal Utility District 3'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

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

City of Luling
7,364 people
2 violations
City of Alamo Heights
7,357 people
5 violations
1 violation

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 (EPA ID: TX0790376) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 7,365 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77459 in Missouri City.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
November 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0005 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 Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 (TX0790376) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Sienna Municipal Utility District 3; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 serve?

Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 serves approximately 7,365 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
58
Detections
6
Latest sample
11/27/2023
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 130 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 130 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 23 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 3.2 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Sienna Municipal Utility District 3's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 serve?
Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 serves approximately 7,365 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Sienna Municipal Utility District 3's water source?
Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sienna Municipal Utility District 3's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sienna Municipal Utility District 3's service area?
The Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 service area has a median household income of $132,758. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 get its water?
Sienna Municipal Utility District 3'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 (TX): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0790376/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Sienna Municipal Utility District 3 (EPA ID: TX0790376) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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