Current Health-Based Noncompliance TX 4 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Victoria County Wcid 1

EPA ID: TX2350001 ยท 2,462 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Victoria County Wcid 1 (TX2350001): 4 unresolved EPA violations on record. Where compliant utilities carry no open actions, Victoria County Wcid 1 show 4 active EPA violations in the federal database for a service population of approximately 2,462.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,462
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$132K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Victoria County Wcid 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$37,140
Median Household Income
18,291
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Victoria County Wcid 1 serves a community with a median household income of $37,140 and an estimated 18,291 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Victoria County Wcid 1'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 74% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Victoria County Wcid 1 compares to EPA limits

Barium 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 2 mg/L

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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.

Barium at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 2 mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP 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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $167
Total Estimated Cost $1,567

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 $1,567 (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

Victoria County Wcid 1 (EPA ID: TX2350001) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,462 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 4 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 2, 2026 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
May 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 22, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 2, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Barium Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 3 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 1 DBP 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.

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 Victoria County Wcid 1 (TX2350001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Victoria County Wcid 1 water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Victoria County Wcid 1. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Victoria County Wcid 1 serve?

Victoria County Wcid 1 serves approximately 2,462 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Victoria County Wcid 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Victoria County Wcid 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Barium. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Victoria County Wcid 1 serve?
Victoria County Wcid 1 serves approximately 2,462 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Victoria County Wcid 1's water source?
Victoria County Wcid 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Victoria County Wcid 1's service area?
The Victoria County Wcid 1 service area has a median household income of $37,140. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Victoria County Wcid 1 get its water?
Victoria County Wcid 1'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.). Victoria County Wcid 1 (TX): 4 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2350001/
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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

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Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Victoria County Wcid 1 (EPA ID: TX2350001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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