Water System Report TX

Walker County Special Utility District a

EPA ID: TX2360022 · 1,458 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Walker County Special Utility District a (TX2360022): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Walker County Special Utility District a - the supplier serving 1,458 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,458
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$174K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Walker County Special Utility District a Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$51,765
Median Household Income
50,654
Service Area Population
60%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Walker County Special Utility District a serves a community with a median household income of $51,765 and an estimated 50,654 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 60% 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

Walker County Special Utility District a'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
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% 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. 8 detections recorded. 2 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

162 violations
2 violations
Foxbane Combined Ws
1,455 people
33 violations
City of Groveton
1,452 people
8 violations
Spicewood Beach
1,452 people
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $500
PFAS Treatment $200
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

Walker County Special Utility District a (EPA ID: TX2360022) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,458 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Walker County Special Utility District a (TX2360022) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker County Special Utility District a water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Walker County Special Utility District a in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Walker County Special Utility District a serve?

Walker County Special Utility District a serves approximately 1,458 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Walker County Special Utility District a get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Walker County Special Utility District a meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Walker County Special Utility District a serve?
Walker County Special Utility District a serves approximately 1,458 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Walker County Special Utility District a's water source?
Walker County Special Utility District a draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Walker County Special Utility District a's service area?
The Walker County Special Utility District a service area has a median household income of $51,765. EPA EJScreen data classifies 60% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Walker County Special Utility District a get its water?
Walker County Special Utility District a'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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