Water System Report TX

Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation

EPA ID: TX2340010 · 3,747 people served · 4 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 3,747 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
3,747
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0027 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$191K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 5 (2021) to 2 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$64,337
Median Household Income
42,315
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation serves a community with a median household income of $64,337 and an estimated 42,315 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation'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 2% of homes in Van Zandt 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

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 7 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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 →

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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 $1,833
PFAS Treatment $367
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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 $2,500 (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

Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation (EPA ID: TX2340010) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 3,747 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
75127 0.0027 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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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: 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 Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation (TX2340010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation serve?

Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 3,747 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
232

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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
114
Unknown Material
1,137
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: 3,747
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

Is water from Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation safe to drink?
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation serve?
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation serves approximately 3,747 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation's water source?
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0027 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation's service area?
The Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation service area has a median household income of $64,337. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation get its water?
Fruitvale Water Supply Corporation'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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