Water System Report TX

Harris County Municipal Utility District 372

EPA ID: TX1013141 ยท 2,619 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 (TX1013141): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 kept a clean EPA record - five years, no issues, 2,619 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,619
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.000568 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$291K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,795
Median Household Income
120,690
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 serves a community with a median household income of $65,795 and an estimated 120,690 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Harris County Municipal Utility District 372'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

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 52% 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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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,850
PFAS Treatment $500
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,650

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 $2,650 (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

Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 (EPA ID: TX1013141) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,619 people from surface water 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
0.000568 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 Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 (TX1013141) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 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 Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 serve?

Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 serves approximately 2,619 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 serve?
Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 serves approximately 2,619 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Harris County Municipal Utility District 372's water source?
Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Harris County Municipal Utility District 372's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000568 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Harris County Municipal Utility District 372's service area?
The Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 service area has a median household income of $65,795. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Harris County Municipal Utility District 372 get its water?
Harris County Municipal Utility District 372'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.). Harris County Municipal Utility District 372, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1013141/
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