Water System Report TX

Anderson Water System

EPA ID: TX0930011 · 226 people served · 5 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Anderson Water System has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 226 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
226
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$208K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 19 (2024) to 3 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Anderson Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$75,046
Median Household Income
7,393
Service Area Population
72%
Disadvantaged Population
64th
Poverty Percentile
54th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Anderson Water System serves a community with a median household income of $75,046 and an estimated 7,393 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 72% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Anderson Water System'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
58th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
42th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Grimes County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 50% 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. 2 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 →

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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 $1,800
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,333

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 $2,333 (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

Anderson Water System (EPA ID: TX0930011) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 226 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Anderson Water System (TX0930011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anderson Water System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Anderson Water System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Anderson Water System serve?

Anderson Water System serves approximately 226 people across 5 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Anderson Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Anderson Water System safe to drink?
Anderson Water System has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Anderson Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Anderson Water System serve?
Anderson Water System serves approximately 226 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Anderson Water System's water source?
Anderson Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Anderson Water System's service area?
The Anderson Water System service area has a median household income of $75,046. EPA EJScreen data classifies 72% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Anderson Water System get its water?
Anderson Water System'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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