Historical Compliance Records TX 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Pflugerville

EPA ID: TX2270014 ยท 63,464 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Pflugerville (TX2270014): 3 past health-based violations, since resolved. City of Pflugerville recorded 4 EPA violations over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 63,464 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 63
Avg Safety Score
63,464
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$359K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$111,164
Median Household Income
119,977
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
23%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Pflugerville serves a community with a median household income of $111,164 and an estimated 119,977 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Pflugerville'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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

21 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
45 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 32% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Pflugerville compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 3 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 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report 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. 20 detections recorded. 6 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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Euless
61,601 people
B 0 violations
City of Texas City
61,541 people
A 4 violations
B 13 violations
City of Victoria
66,932 people
A 1 violation
B 4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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 Pflugerville (EPA ID: TX2270014) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 63,464 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (63/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 2 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Health-based Resolved
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report 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
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 3 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 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
0.0011 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 City of Pflugerville (TX2270014) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Pflugerville water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for City of Pflugerville; its 4 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 Pflugerville serve?

City of Pflugerville serves approximately 63,464 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Pflugerville get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
203
Detections
54
Latest sample
9/24/2025
Highest analyte
PFNA: 25.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFNA 25.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 14.4 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFPeA 13.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 9.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 9.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBA 8.1 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Pflugerville safe to drink?
City of Pflugerville has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in City of Pflugerville's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Consumer Confidence Report 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 Pflugerville serve?
City of Pflugerville serves approximately 63,464 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Pflugerville's water source?
City of Pflugerville draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Pflugerville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Pflugerville's service area?
The City of Pflugerville service area has a median household income of $111,164. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Pflugerville get its water?
City of Pflugerville'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Pflugerville (TX): 3 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2270014/
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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 Pflugerville (EPA ID: TX2270014) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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