Whispering Oaks Water Coop
EPA ID: TX1160081 · 141 people served · 2 ZIP codes
Water monitoring history at Whispering Oaks Water Coop shows a clean slate — EPA tracking over the past five years turned up no violations, and 141 residents continue to receive fully compliant service.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Whispering Oaks Water Coop Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Whispering Oaks Water Coop serves a community with a median household income of $68,581 and an estimated 42,958 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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?
Whispering Oaks Water Coop'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 0% of homes in Kaufman County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 12 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).
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
Whispering Oaks Water Coop (EPA ID: TX1160081) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 141 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
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
Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Whispering Oaks Water Coop (TX1160081) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whispering Oaks Water Coop water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Whispering Oaks Water Coop has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Whispering Oaks Water Coop serve?
Whispering Oaks Water Coop serves approximately 141 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.
Where does Whispering Oaks Water Coop get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.