Historical Compliance Records TX

City of Sunset Valley

EPA ID: TX2270004 ยท 1,524 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Sunset Valley (TX2270004): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. A total of 2 EPA violations spanning the past five monitoring years sit on City of Sunset Valley's record - every finding has been officially cleared, and the supplier now holds current compliance status for its service population of approximately 1,524 people, with no outstanding enforcement of any kind.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,524
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
2
Contaminants Flagged
$531K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$113,918
Median Household Income
116,173
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
33%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Sunset Valley serves a community with a median household income of $113,918 and an estimated 116,173 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Sunset Valley'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Sunset Valley compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 18 detections recorded. 3 exceed 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Moody
1,525 people
9 violations
1 violation
Coles Crossing
1,521 people
28 violations
City of Kerens
1,520 people
7 violations
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

City of Sunset Valley (EPA ID: TX2270004) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,524 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2022 Stage 1 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 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 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.

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 City of Sunset Valley (TX2270004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Sunset Valley water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Sunset Valley; 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 City of Sunset Valley serve?

City of Sunset Valley serves approximately 1,524 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Sunset Valley get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Sunset Valley's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 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 Sunset Valley serve?
City of Sunset Valley serves approximately 1,524 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Sunset Valley's water source?
City of Sunset Valley draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Sunset Valley's service area?
The City of Sunset Valley service area has a median household income of $113,918. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Sunset Valley get its water?
City of Sunset Valley'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Sunset Valley (TX): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2270004/
BibTeX
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  title  = {{City of Sunset Valley (TX): 2 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
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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

City of Sunset Valley (EPA ID: TX2270004) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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