Water System Report TX

Kirkmont Municipal Utility District

EPA ID: TX1010439 ยท 2,277 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Kirkmont Municipal Utility District (TX1010439): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Kirkmont Municipal Utility District stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 2,277 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,277
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0034 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$237K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Kirkmont Municipal Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$87,262
Median Household Income
56,607
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $87,262 and an estimated 56,607 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 51% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Kirkmont Municipal Utility District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% 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. 7 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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19 violations
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City of Overton
2,275 people
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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 $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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 $2,700 (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

Kirkmont Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX1010439) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,277 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77089 in Houston.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0034 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 Kirkmont Municipal Utility District (TX1010439) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kirkmont Municipal Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Kirkmont Municipal Utility District in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serve?

Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,277 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Kirkmont Municipal Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Kirkmont Municipal Utility District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serve?
Kirkmont Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,277 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Kirkmont Municipal Utility District's water source?
Kirkmont Municipal Utility District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Kirkmont Municipal Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0034 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Kirkmont Municipal Utility District's service area?
The Kirkmont Municipal Utility District service area has a median household income of $87,262. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Kirkmont Municipal Utility District get its water?
Kirkmont Municipal Utility District'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Kirkmont Municipal Utility District Water Quality Report, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1010439/
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