Water System Report TX

Doucette Water System

EPA ID: TX2290004 · 399 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero EPA violations over five years — Doucette Water System has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 399.

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

399
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$117K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 2 (2022) to 4 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Doucette Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,903
Median Household Income
2,456
Service Area Population
40%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Doucette Water System serves a community with a median household income of $48,903 and an estimated 2,456 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 40% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Doucette Water System'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Tyler 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

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% 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. 1 detection 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

B 32 violations
0 violations
City of Orchard
400 people
B 6 violations
Lee County Fwsd 1
396 people
0 violations
City of Grandfalls
395 people
C 0 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 $500
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,000

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:

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 $2,000 (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

Doucette Water System (EPA ID: TX2290004) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 399 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 75938 in Colmesneil.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Doucette Water System (TX2290004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Doucette Water System water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Doucette Water System serve?

Doucette Water System serves approximately 399 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Doucette Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Doucette Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Doucette Water System serve?
Doucette Water System serves approximately 399 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Doucette Water System's water source?
Doucette Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Doucette Water System's service area?
The Doucette Water System service area has a median household income of $48,903. EPA EJScreen data classifies 40% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Doucette Water System get its water?
Doucette Water System'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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