Current Noncompliance TX 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of East Mountain

EPA ID: TX2300033 ยท 2,331 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of East Mountain (TX2300033): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal data shows 1 unresolved violation at City of East Mountain - roughly 2,331 residents in the service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,331
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
3
Contaminants Flagged
$190K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$67,826
Median Household Income
76,809
Service Area Population
56%
Disadvantaged Population
67th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
48%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of East Mountain serves a community with a median household income of $67,826 and an estimated 76,809 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 56% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of East Mountain'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
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of East Mountain compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment 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. 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

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5 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $167
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,067

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,067 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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 East Mountain (EPA ID: TX2300033) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,331 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
April 16, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
May 15, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
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 and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 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 East Mountain (TX2300033) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of East Mountain water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of East Mountain serve?

City of East Mountain serves approximately 2,331 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of East Mountain get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of East Mountain's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 East Mountain serve?
City of East Mountain serves approximately 2,331 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of East Mountain's water source?
City of East Mountain draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of East Mountain's service area?
The City of East Mountain service area has a median household income of $67,826. EPA EJScreen data classifies 56% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of East Mountain get its water?
City of East Mountain'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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of East Mountain (TX): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2300033/
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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 East Mountain (EPA ID: TX2300033) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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