Valley Estates
EPA ID: TX1520198 · 68 people served · 1 ZIP code
Across every monitored period in the past five years, Valley Estates reported no EPA violations for its service population of 68.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Valley Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Valley Estates serves a community with a median household income of $93,320 and an estimated 5,831 residents across its service area.
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.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Valley Estates'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 1% of homes in Lubbock 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
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
Valley Estates (EPA ID: TX1520198) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 68 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 79363 in Shallowater.
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
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ZIP Codes Served
- 79363 — Shallowater
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Valley Estates (TX1520198) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Valley Estates water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Valley Estates has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Valley Estates serve?
Valley Estates serves approximately 68 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Valley Estates get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.