Current Noncompliance TX 15 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Lometa Regional Water

EPA ID: TX1410002 ยท 3,609 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Lometa Regional Water (TX1410002): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Five-year compliance data for Lometa Regional Water includes 2 violations the EPA has not yet marked resolved - those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 3,609 residents across the area it supplies.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,609
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
25
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$238K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lometa Regional Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$73,370
Median Household Income
28,406
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
56th
Poverty Percentile
42th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lometa Regional Water serves a community with a median household income of $73,370 and an estimated 28,406 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lometa Regional Water'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
16th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
18th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lometa Regional Water compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 9 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Chlorite 1 mg/L (100% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 7 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Eastland
3,609 people
6 violations
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0 violations
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City of Winnsboro
3,614 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,000
PFAS Treatment $333
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,633

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 Property Value Decline $11,880

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$13,605
10 years
$27,210
20 years
$54,420

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,633 (one-time) vs. $27,210 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

Lometa Regional Water (EPA ID: TX1410002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,609 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Violation History

2 current noncompliance records in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 23 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 29, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 4, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 4, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 29, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 15, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
June 11, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 9 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Fecal Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Health Risk Details

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)

Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ†’

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lometa Regional Water (TX1410002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lometa Regional Water water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 2 current noncompliance records and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Lometa Regional Water serve?

Lometa Regional Water serves approximately 3,609 people across 5 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Lometa Regional Water get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Lometa Regional Water's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP 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 Lometa Regional Water serve?
Lometa Regional Water serves approximately 3,609 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Lometa Regional Water's water source?
Lometa Regional Water draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lometa Regional Water's service area?
The Lometa Regional Water service area has a median household income of $73,370. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lometa Regional Water get its water?
Lometa Regional Water'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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Lometa Regional Water (TX): 15 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1410002/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Lometa Regional Water (EPA ID: TX1410002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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