Historical Compliance Records TX

City of Tioga

EPA ID: TX0910007 ยท 938 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Tioga (TX0910007): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. In the five-year tracking period, City of Tioga filed 1 violation - each has been cleared, and the utility now meets all federal standards for its 938 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

938
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$276K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Tioga Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,692
Median Household Income
5,468
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Tioga serves a community with a median household income of $75,692 and an estimated 5,468 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 35% 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

City of Tioga'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

32 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Tioga 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. 8 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,850

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 $1,850 (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

City of Tioga (EPA ID: TX0910007) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 938 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

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
May 1, 2021 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 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 Tioga (TX0910007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Tioga water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Tioga; 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 City of Tioga serve?

City of Tioga serves approximately 938 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Tioga get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Tioga'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 City of Tioga serve?
City of Tioga serves approximately 938 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Tioga's water source?
City of Tioga draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Tioga's service area?
The City of Tioga service area has a median household income of $75,692. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Tioga get its water?
City of Tioga'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.). City of Tioga (TX): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0910007/
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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

City of Tioga (EPA ID: TX0910007) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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