City of Arp
EPA ID: TX2120001 ยท 1,249 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for City of Arp (TX2120001): 23 health-based violations recorded since 2021. Looking at the EPA enforcement file for City of Arp, 28 violations are listed in the dataset, and none is recorded as open for the 1,249 people in its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Arp Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with City of Arp have a median household income of $76,154 and about 34,921 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 40% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 33% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.
๐ง Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Arp's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 4 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Texas
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
City of Arp (EPA ID: TX2120001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,249 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| December 30, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2025 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2025 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2025 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2025 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2024 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2024 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2024 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2024 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2023 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| August 25, 2023 | Public Notice | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| April 1, 2023 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2023 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2022 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2022 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| June 1, 2022 | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 1, 2022 | Asbestos | Health-based | Archived |
| January 1, 2022 | TTHM | Health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asbestos | MCL Violation | 21 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Other (notice or report rule) | 3 | No |
| TTHM | MCL Violation | 2 | Yes |
| Public Notice | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Uranium (EPA limit: 0.03 mg/L)
Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk At-risk groups: people with kidney disease, households on private wells in areas with naturally occurring uranium.
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange), lime softening. Find the right filter โ
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Increased risk of cancer
Treatment options (verify a product is certified to reduce this contaminant): 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for City of Arp (TX2120001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Arp water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Arp; its 28 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does City of Arp serve?
City of Arp serves approximately 1,249 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.
Where does City of Arp get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Arp (TX): 23 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2120001/
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Contact your utility
City of Arp (EPA ID: TX2120001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.