Current Health-Based Noncompliance TX 23 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Idalou

EPA ID: TX1520001 ยท 2,250 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Idalou (TX1520001): 6 unresolved EPA violations on record. Current EPA status: City of Idalou, 6 open violations, 2,250 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,250
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
35
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00113 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$195K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Idalou Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$74,150
Median Household Income
3,549
Service Area Population
34%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Idalou serves a community with a median household income of $74,150 and an estimated 3,549 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 34% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Idalou'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Idalou compares to EPA limits

Chlorodibromomethane 22 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Chlorodibromomethane at 22 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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 $9,725

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,365
10 years
$24,730
20 years
$49,460

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $24,730 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

City of Idalou (EPA ID: TX1520001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,250 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 79329 in Idalou.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 25 resolved, 4 archived, 0 addressed, and 6 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
April 1, 2026 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Unaddressed (current)
March 4, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2026 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Archived
September 29, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Chlorodibromomethane Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 22 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 7 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Vinyl Chloride (EPA limit: 0.002 mg/L)

Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen) At-risk groups: long-term residents, people near industrial or Superfund sites.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), packed-tower aeration, reverse osmosis. 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
0.00113 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

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

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

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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 City of Idalou (TX1520001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Idalou water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for City of Idalou. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does City of Idalou serve?

City of Idalou serves approximately 2,250 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Idalou get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Idalou's water?
Detected contaminants include Chlorodibromomethane, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 2 DBP 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 5 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 City of Idalou serve?
City of Idalou serves approximately 2,250 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Idalou's water source?
City of Idalou draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Idalou's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00113 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Idalou's service area?
The City of Idalou service area has a median household income of $74,150. EPA EJScreen data classifies 34% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Idalou get its water?
City of Idalou'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Idalou (TX): 23 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1520001/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Idalou (EPA ID: TX1520001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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