Water System Report TX

Deerwood Subdivision

EPA ID: TX0860098 ยท 357 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Deerwood Subdivision (TX0860098): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, Deerwood Subdivision has supplied tap water to 357 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

357
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$440K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Deerwood Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,987
Median Household Income
23,610
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deerwood Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $67,987 and an estimated 23,610 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Deerwood Subdivision'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

46 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% 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 โ†’

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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

Deerwood Subdivision (EPA ID: TX0860098) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 357 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 78624 in Fredericksburg.

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

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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 Deerwood Subdivision (TX0860098) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deerwood Subdivision water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Deerwood Subdivision 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 Deerwood Subdivision serve?

Deerwood Subdivision serves approximately 357 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Deerwood Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Deerwood Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Deerwood Subdivision serve?
Deerwood Subdivision serves approximately 357 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Deerwood Subdivision's water source?
Deerwood Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Deerwood Subdivision's service area?
The Deerwood Subdivision service area has a median household income of $67,987. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Deerwood Subdivision get its water?
Deerwood Subdivision'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.). Deerwood Subdivision Water Report, Fredericksburg, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0860098/
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  title  = {{Deerwood Subdivision Water Report, Fredericksburg, TX}},
  year   = {n.d.},
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