Water System Report TX

Forest Hills Municipal Utility District

EPA ID: TX1011252 ยท 2,955 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Forest Hills Municipal Utility District (TX1011252): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, Forest Hills Municipal Utility District has logged zero violations - no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 2,955 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,955
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$185K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,420
Median Household Income
59,894
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Forest Hills Municipal Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $54,420 and an estimated 59,894 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Forest Hills 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.

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.

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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% 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. 8 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

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2,952 people
10 violations
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2,961 people
0 violations
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2,964 people
12 violations
0 violations

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 $500
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,600

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 $2,600 (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

Forest Hills Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX1011252) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,955 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 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 Forest Hills Municipal Utility District (TX1011252) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forest Hills Municipal Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Municipal Utility District serve?

Forest Hills Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,955 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Forest Hills Municipal Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Forest Hills 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 Forest Hills Municipal Utility District serve?
Forest Hills Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,955 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Forest Hills Municipal Utility District's water source?
Forest Hills Municipal Utility District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Forest Hills Municipal Utility District's service area?
The Forest Hills Municipal Utility District service area has a median household income of $54,420. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Forest Hills Municipal Utility District get its water?
Forest Hills 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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