Current Noncompliance TX 18 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Gary Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX1830008 ยท 1,050 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Gary Water Supply Corporation (TX1830008): 10 unresolved EPA violations on record. Tallying the federal enforcement file for Gary Water Supply Corporation yields 10 open violations that have not been formally closed - each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 1,050 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,050
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
59
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.000843 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
7
Contaminants Flagged
$132K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Gary Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$56,685
Median Household Income
2,072
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gary Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $56,685 and an estimated 2,072 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Gary Water Supply Corporation'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Gary Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 20 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 20 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 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $600

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 $6,610

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,805
10 years
$21,610
20 years
$43,220

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $21,610 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

Gary Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX1830008) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,050 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 75643 in Gary.

Violation History

10 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: 44 resolved, 5 archived, 0 addressed, and 10 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 23, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 16, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2026 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 4, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
February 1, 2026 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2026 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
November 19, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 26, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 30, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 8, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Archived

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 20 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 18 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 8 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 5 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 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†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.000843 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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

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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 Gary Water Supply Corporation (TX1830008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gary Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 10 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 Gary Water Supply Corporation serve?

Gary Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 1,050 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Gary Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Gary Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform 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 Gary Water Supply Corporation serve?
Gary Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 1,050 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Gary Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Gary Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Gary Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.000843 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Gary Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Gary Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $56,685. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gary Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Gary Water Supply Corporation'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.). Gary Water Supply Corporation (TX): 18 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx1830008/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Gary Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX1830008) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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