Water System Report TX

Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District

EPA ID: TX2460139 ยท 2,724 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District (TX2460139): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 2,724 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,724
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00226 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$464K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$126,707
Median Household Income
103,352
Service Area Population
4%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
20th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District serves a community with a median household income of $126,707 and an estimated 103,352 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

28 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% 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. 17 detections recorded. 5 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Texas

City of Newton
2,724 people
13 violations
City of Holliday
2,724 people
2 violations
62 violations
City of Hallettsville
2,733 people
0 violations
5 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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 $2,550 (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

Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District (EPA ID: TX2460139) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,724 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.00226 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 Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District (TX2460139) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District 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 Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District serve?

Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,724 people across 2 ZIP codes in Texas.

Where does Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District serve?
Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District serves approximately 2,724 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District's water source?
Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00226 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District's service area?
The Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District service area has a median household income of $126,707. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District get its water?
Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Vista Oaks Municipal Utility District Water Report, TX. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2460139/
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