Historical Compliance Records TX 6 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District

EPA ID: TX1010617 ยท 9,480 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District (TX1010617): 6 past health-based violations, since resolved. Despite the 8 historical violations in its record, Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 9,480 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A ยท 86
Avg Safety Score
9,480
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
8
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$291K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$116,658
Median Household Income
75,577
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
16%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $116,658 and an estimated 75,577 residents across its service area.

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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District'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
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.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 3 pCi/L (6% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Gross Alpha at 3 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 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. 4 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 โ†’

Gross Alpha was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of La Grulla
9,500 people
50 violations
A 1 violation
City of Lamesa
9,442 people
14 violations
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $2,500
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $14,560

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,445
10 years
$24,890
20 years
$49,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $24,890 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

Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX1010617) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 9,480 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 77346 in Humble.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (86/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 8 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 6 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
October 6, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 6, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
April 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Gross Beta Health-based Archived
January 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
October 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 3 Yes
Gross Beta Radionuclides 3 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

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†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.001 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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 Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District (TX1010617) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District; its 8 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District serve?

Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District serves approximately 9,480 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District safe to drink?
Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District earns a A safety grade with 8 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District's water?
Detected contaminants include Gross Alpha, Lead and Copper Rule, Gross Beta. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District serve?
Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District serves approximately 9,480 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District's water source?
Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District's service area?
The Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District service area has a median household income of $116,658. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District get its water?
Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1010617/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Trail of the Lakes Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX1010617) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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