Monitoring Violations TX

Hudspeth County Wcid 1

EPA ID: TX1150007 · 2,045 people served · 1 ZIP code

Within the EPA compliance database, Hudspeth County Wcid 1 show 5 violations still pending resolution — a status that applies across the full service territory of approximately 2,045 people and reflects findings that have not yet cleared the federal enforcement process or received formal closure.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
2,045
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00292 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$72K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hudspeth County Wcid 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$53,836
Median Household Income
1,386
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hudspeth County Wcid 1 serves a community with a median household income of $53,836 and an estimated 1,386 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: 100% 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

Hudspeth County Wcid 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
90th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 8% of homes in Hudspeth County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hudspeth County Wcid 1 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Boyd
2,044 people
A 7 violations
Zavala County Wcid 1
2,043 people
A 1 violation
B 7 violations
0 violations
City of Van Horn
2,063 people
B 5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Hudspeth County Wcid 1 (EPA ID: TX1150007) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,045 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79851 in Sierra Blanca.

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

15 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
December 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 6 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
79851 0.00292 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

  • 79851 — Sierra Blanca

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hudspeth County Wcid 1 (TX1150007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hudspeth County Wcid 1 water safe to drink?

Hudspeth County Wcid 1 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Hudspeth County Wcid 1 serve?

Hudspeth County Wcid 1 serves approximately 2,045 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Hudspeth County Wcid 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
298
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,045
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Hudspeth County Wcid 1 safe to drink?
Hudspeth County Wcid 1 has a C safety grade based on 15 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Hudspeth County Wcid 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Hudspeth County Wcid 1 serve?
Hudspeth County Wcid 1 serves approximately 2,045 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hudspeth County Wcid 1's water source?
Hudspeth County Wcid 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hudspeth County Wcid 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00292 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hudspeth County Wcid 1's service area?
The Hudspeth County Wcid 1 service area has a median household income of $53,836. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hudspeth County Wcid 1 get its water?
Hudspeth County Wcid 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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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