Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant
EPA ID: TX1070255 · 402 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant (TX1070255): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Nothing in the federal violation file is listed against Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant, a system that provides water to roughly 402 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant have a median household income of $47,900 and about 2,987 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 42% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 50% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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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
Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant (EPA ID: TX1070255) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 402 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 75778 in Murchison.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0019 mg/L | No | 2023-12-31 |
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 75778 - Murchison
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant (TX1070255) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant 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 Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant serve?
Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant serves approximately 402 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Bethel Ash Water Supply Corporation Ott Plant get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
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