Water System Report TX

Deer Creek Water

EPA ID: TX2270049 · 2,757 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Over five tracked years, Deer Creek Water has stayed completely violation-free for its 2,757 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

2,757
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$625K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 4 (2022) to 9 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Deer Creek Water Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$146,551
Median Household Income
107,506
Service Area Population
18%
Disadvantaged Population
36th
Poverty Percentile
24th
Energy Burden Percentile
21%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Deer Creek Water serves a community with a median household income of $146,551 and an estimated 107,506 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Deer Creek Water'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
38th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
14th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Comal County, Texas rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

23 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
44 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 34% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 20 detections recorded. 4 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

B 60 violations
City of Sonora
2,766 people
A 6 violations
City of Van
2,745 people
A 3 violations
City of Gunter
2,772 people
B 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,560
PFAS Treatment $560
Water Filtration $360
Total Estimated Cost $2,480

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,480 (one-time) vs. $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

Deer Creek Water (EPA ID: TX2270049) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,757 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Deer Creek Water (TX2270049) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deer Creek Water water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Deer Creek Water has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Deer Creek Water serve?

Deer Creek Water serves approximately 2,757 people across 5 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Deer Creek Water get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
130
Unknown Material
784
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,757
Reported to Texas

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Deer Creek Water meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Deer Creek Water serve?
Deer Creek Water serves approximately 2,757 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Deer Creek Water's water source?
Deer Creek Water draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Deer Creek Water's service area?
The Deer Creek Water service area has a median household income of $146,551. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Deer Creek Water get its water?
Deer Creek Water'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.
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