Rra Preston Shores Water System
EPA ID: TX0910037 ยท 2,277 people served ยท 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Rra Preston Shores Water System (TX0910037): 17 health-based violations recorded since 2021. 19 violations on file at Rra Preston Shores Water System, none open; 2,277 people served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Rra Preston Shores Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Rra Preston Shores Water System have a median household income of $76,644 and about 7,907 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 35% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Rra Preston Shores 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
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 6 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
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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
Rra Preston Shores Water System (EPA ID: TX0910037) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,277 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: 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 1, 2025 | Chlorite | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2023 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2022 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2022 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2022 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 6, 2022 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 6, 2022 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2022 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| November 1, 2021 | Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2021 | Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2021 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2021 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTHM | MCL Violation | 14 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 2 | No |
| Chlorite | Other Violation | 1 | Yes |
| Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | MCL Violation | 1 | Yes |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 1 | Yes |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Increased risk of cancer
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
Beryllium (EPA limit: 0.004 mg/L)
Intestinal lesions At-risk groups: people who drink water with beryllium well above the MCL over many years.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): reverse osmosis, activated alumina, coagulation/filtration. Find the right filter โ
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)
Long-term exposure is associated with increased cancer risk, including bladder cancer; possible reproductive effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0005 mg/L | No | 2024-12-31 |
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Rra Preston Shores Water System (TX0910037) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rra Preston Shores Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Rra Preston Shores 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 Rra Preston Shores Water System serve?
Rra Preston Shores Water System serves approximately 2,277 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Rra Preston Shores Water System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
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