Current Noncompliance TX 8 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Carthage

EPA ID: TX1830001 ยท 6,770 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Carthage (TX1830001): 3 unresolved EPA violations on record. Current EPA status: City of Carthage, 3 open violations, 6,770 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

6,770
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
17
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$150K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,960
Median Household Income
12,999
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Carthage serves a community with a median household income of $63,960 and an estimated 12,999 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

City of Carthage'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Carthage compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 6 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

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.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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9 violations
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City of Granite Shoals
6,795 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $7,520

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,260
10 years
$22,520
20 years
$45,040

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $22,520 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 Carthage (EPA ID: TX1830001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 6,770 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 75633 in Carthage.

Violation History

3 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: 14 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 3 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 16, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
February 9, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2024 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 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
August 25, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 9, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 9, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 6 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

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†’

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†’

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 City of Carthage (TX1830001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Carthage water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 3 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 City of Carthage serve?

City of Carthage serves approximately 6,770 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Carthage get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Carthage's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 2 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 Carthage serve?
City of Carthage serves approximately 6,770 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Carthage's water source?
City of Carthage draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Carthage's service area?
The City of Carthage service area has a median household income of $63,960. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Carthage get its water?
City of Carthage'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.). City of Carthage (TX): 8 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1830001/
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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

City of Carthage (EPA ID: TX1830001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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