Health Violations Found TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Rockwall

EPA ID: TX1990001 · 47,251 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Federal compliance records for City of Rockwall list 1 open violation that have not yet been resolved — the utility serves approximately 47,251 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 89
Avg Safety Score
47,251
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0022 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$368K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$123,285
Median Household Income
151,157
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
45th
Energy Burden Percentile
21%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Rockwall serves a community with a median household income of $123,285 and an estimated 151,157 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Rockwall'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
38th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Rockwall 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

23 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 35% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Rockwall compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report 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.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 20 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.07 ppt, PFOS: 0.07 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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City of Wylie
47,322 people
A 1 violation
A 0 violations
C 0 violations
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46,308 people
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City of Haltom City
46,260 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,525
PFAS Treatment $525
Water Filtration $225
Total Estimated Cost $2,275

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,165
10 years
$10,330
20 years
$20,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,275 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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 Rockwall (EPA ID: TX1990001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 47,251 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (89/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
June 1, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
75032 0.0022 mg/L No N/A
75087 0.0022 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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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 City of Rockwall (TX1990001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Rockwall water safe to drink?

City of Rockwall has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does City of Rockwall serve?

City of Rockwall serves approximately 47,251 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Rockwall get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
87
Detections
11
Latest sample
9/9/2025
Highest analyte
PFBA: 9.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFBA 9.6 ppt
PFPeA 7 ppt
PFHxA 6.3 ppt
PFBS 4.4 ppt

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
3
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
23,798
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 47,251
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Rockwall safe to drink?
City of Rockwall earns a A safety grade with 10 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Rockwall's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report 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 Rockwall serve?
City of Rockwall serves approximately 47,251 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is City of Rockwall's water source?
City of Rockwall draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Rockwall's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0022 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Rockwall's service area?
The City of Rockwall service area has a median household income of $123,285. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Rockwall get its water?
City of Rockwall'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Rockwall (EPA ID: TX1990001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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