Historical Compliance Records TX 19 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX2040024 ยท 2,163 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation (TX2040024): 19 past health-based violations, since resolved. Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation carries 31 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 2,163 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,163
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
31
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$190K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$59,432
Median Household Income
9,910
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $59,432 and an estimated 9,910 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pb & Sc 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

Barium 18 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Barium at 18 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Surface Water Treatment 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. 1 detection recorded.

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Hamlin
2,164 people
3 violations
1 violation
City of George West
2,159 people
11 violations
4 violations
City of De Leon
2,171 people
10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,500
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $250
Total Estimated Cost $2,050

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 $9,500

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$12,415
10 years
$24,830
20 years
$49,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,050 (one-time) vs. $24,830 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

Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX2040024) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,163 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 31 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 31 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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
May 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-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
April 24, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Barium Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
December 28, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 25, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 25, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Resolved
March 21, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Barium Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 18 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 8 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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 Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation (TX2040024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation; its 31 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation serve?

Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,163 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Barium, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP 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 Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation serve?
Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 2,163 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $59,432. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Pb & Sc 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.). Pb and Sc Water Supply Corporation: 19 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2040024/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-tx2040024,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Pb and Sc Water Supply Corporation: 19 Health Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2040024/}
}

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

Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX2040024) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Texas Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation

Get safety alerts for Pb & Sc Water Supply Corporation, Texas

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.