Health Violations Found TX 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

City of Liberty Hill

EPA ID: TX2460013 · 8,777 people served · 3 ZIP codes

With 1 unresolved EPA violation, City of Liberty Hill is currently out of full compliance — approximately 8,777 people in its service area.

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

A · 88
Avg Safety Score
8,777
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
13
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00211 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
7
Contaminants Flagged
$468K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 12 (2021) to 1 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Liberty Hill Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$128,086
Median Household Income
162,366
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
14%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Liberty Hill serves a community with a median household income of $128,086 and an estimated 162,366 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Liberty Hill's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Williamson 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

18 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
47 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 28% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Liberty Hill compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Lead and Copper Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Gross Alpha at 1 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

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. 21 detections recorded. 6 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 →

Gross Alpha was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

0 violations
City of Wharton
8,756 people
B 9 violations
0 violations
City of Graham
8,732 people
A 8 violations
Town of Sunnyvale
8,839 people
A 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,033
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,833

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 $2,833 (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 Liberty Hill (EPA ID: TX2460013) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 8,777 people from surface water sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: A (88/100)

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

Violation History

2 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 1 remains unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 Revised Total Coliform Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 2 No
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 1 Yes
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 Yes
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)

Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. Find the right filter →

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
78642 0.00211 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 City of Liberty Hill (TX2460013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Liberty Hill water safe to drink?

City of Liberty Hill has recorded 2 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does City of Liberty Hill serve?

City of Liberty Hill serves approximately 8,777 people across 3 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does City of Liberty Hill get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
13
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,781
Confirmed Non-Lead

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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 8,777
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 City of Liberty Hill safe to drink?
City of Liberty Hill earns a A safety grade with 13 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Liberty Hill's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead and Copper Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Revised Total Coliform Rule, Gross Alpha. 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 City of Liberty Hill serve?
City of Liberty Hill serves approximately 8,777 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Liberty Hill's water source?
City of Liberty Hill draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Liberty Hill's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00211 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Liberty Hill's service area?
The City of Liberty Hill service area has a median household income of $128,086. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Liberty Hill get its water?
City of Liberty Hill's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →

3

Contact your utility

City of Liberty Hill (EPA ID: TX2460013) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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