Goshen Erets
EPA ID: TX1760025 · 52 people served · 1 ZIP code
Zero EPA violations over five years — Goshen Erets has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 52.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Demographics
The Goshen Erets serves a community with a median household income of $49,135 and an estimated 7,085 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 88% 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?
Goshen Erets'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 Jasper County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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System Overview
Goshen Erets (EPA ID: TX1760025) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 52 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 75956 in Kirbyville.
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
- 75956 — Kirbyville
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Goshen Erets (TX1760025) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goshen Erets water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Goshen Erets has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Goshen Erets serve?
Goshen Erets serves approximately 52 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.
Where does Goshen Erets get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.