Hays County Wcid 1
EPA ID: TX1050137 · 2,850 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hays County Wcid 1 (TX1050137): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Hays County Wcid 1 ha operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 2,850 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Hays County Wcid 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Hays County Wcid 1 serves a community with a median household income of $164,066 and an estimated 26,413 residents across its service area.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Hays County Wcid 1'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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Texas
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Hays County Wcid 1 (EPA ID: TX1050137) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,850 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 78737 in Austin.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.000993 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 78737 - Austin
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hays County Wcid 1 (TX1050137) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hays County Wcid 1 water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Hays County Wcid 1 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 Hays County Wcid 1 serve?
Hays County Wcid 1 serves approximately 2,850 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Hays County Wcid 1 get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Hays County Wcid 1 Water Quality Report, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1050137/
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