Water System Report TX

Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1

EPA ID: TX1020020 · 771 people served · 6 ZIP codes

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 posted zero EPA violation serving 771 residents.

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

771
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$167K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 30 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,535
Median Household Income
54,491
Service Area Population
64%
Disadvantaged Population
63th
Poverty Percentile
62th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 serves a community with a median household income of $59,535 and an estimated 54,491 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 64% 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

Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% 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. 13 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 →

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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 $800
Water Filtration $500
PFAS Treatment $417
Total Estimated Cost $1,717

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 $1,717 (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

Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 (EPA ID: TX1020020) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 771 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 (TX1020020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 serve?

Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 serves approximately 771 people across 6 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 serve?
Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 serves approximately 771 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1's water source?
Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1's service area?
The Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 service area has a median household income of $59,535. EPA EJScreen data classifies 64% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1 get its water?
Cypress Valley Water Supply Corporation Plant 1'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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