Historical Compliance Records TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Tom Green County Fwsd 3

EPA ID: TX2260052 ยท 1,002 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tom Green County Fwsd 3 (TX2260052): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Tom Green County Fwsd 3 carries 2 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 1,002 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,002
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tom Green County Fwsd 3 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$79,617
Median Household Income
69,663
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tom Green County Fwsd 3 serves a community with a median household income of $79,617 and an estimated 69,663 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% 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

Tom Green County Fwsd 3'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
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Tom Green County Fwsd 3 compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 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. 3 detections 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,350
Water Filtration $300
PFAS Treatment $125
Total Estimated Cost $1,775

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,775 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Tom Green County Fwsd 3 (EPA ID: TX2260052) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,002 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved

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

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 Tom Green County Fwsd 3 (TX2260052) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tom Green County Fwsd 3 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Tom Green County Fwsd 3; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Tom Green County Fwsd 3 serve?

Tom Green County Fwsd 3 serves approximately 1,002 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Tom Green County Fwsd 3 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Tom Green County Fwsd 3's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 Tom Green County Fwsd 3 serve?
Tom Green County Fwsd 3 serves approximately 1,002 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Tom Green County Fwsd 3's water source?
Tom Green County Fwsd 3 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Tom Green County Fwsd 3's service area?
The Tom Green County Fwsd 3 service area has a median household income of $79,617. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tom Green County Fwsd 3 get its water?
Tom Green County Fwsd 3'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

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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

Tom Green County Fwsd 3 (EPA ID: TX2260052) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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