Ridgecrest Water System
EPA ID: TX0910035 ยท 1,968 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ridgecrest Water System (TX0910035): 12 past health-based violations, since resolved. Ridgecrest Water System recorded 19 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 1,968 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ridgecrest Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Ridgecrest Water System serves a community with a median household income of $76,644 and an estimated 7,907 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: 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ridgecrest Water System'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Ridgecrest Water System compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Gross Alpha at 7 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 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. 6 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Ridgecrest Water System (EPA ID: TX0910035) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,968 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 75076 in Pottsboro.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 15 resolved, 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 19, 2026 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2025 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2024 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Archived |
| January 2, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 22, 2022 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| November 22, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 28, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| June 10, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| May 16, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2021 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | Gross Alpha | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Alpha | Radionuclides | 7 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 3 | Yes |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)
Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.
Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. Find the right filter โ
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.00333 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 FilterFree 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.
- 75076 - Pottsboro
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Ridgecrest Water System (TX0910035) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ridgecrest Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Ridgecrest Water System; its 19 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Ridgecrest Water System serve?
Ridgecrest Water System serves approximately 1,968 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Ridgecrest Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ridgecrest Water System (TX): 12 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx0910035/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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