West Texas Detention Center
EPA ID: TX1150015 · 1,402 people served · 1 ZIP code
Unlike many utilities its size, West Texas Detention Center carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 1,402 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The West Texas Detention Center 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?
West Texas Detention Center'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.
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
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
West Texas Detention Center (EPA ID: TX1150015) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,402 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 79851 in Sierra Blanca.
Violation History
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
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
- 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 West Texas Detention Center (TX1150015) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Texas Detention Center water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, West Texas Detention Center has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does West Texas Detention Center serve?
West Texas Detention Center serves approximately 1,402 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does West Texas Detention Center get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.