Health Violations Found TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2

EPA ID: TX0930049 · 2,766 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 7 violations at Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 2,766 residents.

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

B · 78
Avg Safety Score
2,766
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$302K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 11 (2023) to 12 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$78,667
Median Household Income
70,705
Service Area Population
65%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
54th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 serves a community with a median household income of $78,667 and an estimated 70,705 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 65% 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

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
56th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
42th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Montgomery 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

34 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 49% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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 →

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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B 60 violations
City of Sonora
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A 6 violations
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B 2 violations
0 violations
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2,757 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,680
Water Filtration $420
PFAS Treatment $320
Total Estimated Cost $2,420

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,420 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 (EPA ID: TX0930049) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,766 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (78/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 11, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Unresolved
February 22, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 2 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

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 →

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 (TX0930049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 water safe to drink?

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 serve?

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 serves approximately 2,766 people across 5 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
485
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2020-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,766
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 safe to drink?
Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 earns a B safety grade with 15 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, 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 5 contaminants 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 Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 serve?
Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 serves approximately 2,766 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2's water source?
Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2's service area?
The Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 service area has a median household income of $78,667. EPA EJScreen data classifies 65% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 get its water?
Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

Dobbin Plantersville Water Supply Corporation 2 (EPA ID: TX0930049) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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