Historical Compliance Records TX 15 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Paxton Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX2100012 ยท 908 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Paxton Water Supply Corporation (TX2100012): 15 past health-based violations, since resolved. 35 total violations across five years at Paxton Water Supply Corporation - every finding closed, utility compliant today, 908 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

908
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
35
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
8
Contaminants Flagged
$94K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$47,473
Median Household Income
7,792
Service Area Population
72%
Disadvantaged Population
77th
Poverty Percentile
83th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Paxton Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $47,473 and an estimated 7,792 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 72% 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

Paxton 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
13th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Paxton Water Supply Corporation compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 13 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 13 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 9 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 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 $4,705

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$9,855
10 years
$19,710
20 years
$39,420

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $19,710 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

Paxton Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX2100012) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 908 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 35 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 35 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
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
February 3, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 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 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
September 14, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
August 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 24, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
May 2, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
December 30, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 8, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
November 16, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
August 18, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved

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 13 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 9 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 1 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 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)

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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 Paxton Water Supply Corporation (TX2100012) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Paxton Water Supply Corporation; its 35 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Paxton Water Supply Corporation serve?

Paxton Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 908 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Paxton Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Paxton Water Supply Corporation's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Lead and Copper Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 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 Paxton Water Supply Corporation serve?
Paxton Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 908 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Paxton Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Paxton 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 Paxton Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Paxton Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $47,473. EPA EJScreen data classifies 72% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Paxton Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Paxton 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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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

Paxton Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX2100012) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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