Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco
EPA ID: TX1080235 · 1,584 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco (TX1080235): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. EPA data: Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco - zero violation entries, 1,584 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco have a median household income of $53,797 and about 38,942 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, 90% 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?
Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco'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 in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 7 detections recorded. 1 detection is above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.
Comparable Water Systems
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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
Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco (EPA ID: TX1080235) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,584 people from surface water sources.
This system serves ZIP code 78596 in Weslaco.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2024-12-31 |
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.
- 78596 - Weslaco
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco (TX1080235) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco 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 Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco serve?
Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco serves approximately 1,584 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Military Hwy Water Supply Corporation Weslaco, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1080235/
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