Water System Report TX

Shadowood Water Company

EPA ID: TX1020011 · 400 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Shadowood Water Company reported no EPA violations for its service population of 400.

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

400
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 13 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Shadowood Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$53,269
Median Household Income
35,185
Service Area Population
57%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Shadowood Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $53,269 and an estimated 35,185 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 57% 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

Shadowood Water Company'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Harrison 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 72% 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. 3 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $2,300 (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

Shadowood Water Company (EPA ID: TX1020011) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Shadowood Water Company (TX1020011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shadowood Water Company water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Shadowood Water Company has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Shadowood Water Company serve?

Shadowood Water Company serves approximately 400 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Shadowood Water Company get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Shadowood Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Shadowood Water Company serve?
Shadowood Water Company serves approximately 400 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Shadowood Water Company's water source?
Shadowood Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Shadowood Water Company's service area?
The Shadowood Water Company service area has a median household income of $53,269. EPA EJScreen data classifies 57% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Shadowood Water Company get its water?
Shadowood Water Company'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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