Current Noncompliance TX

City of Boyd

EPA ID: TX2490002 ยท 2,044 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Boyd (TX2490002): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. City of Boyd's current EPA file includes 1 unresolved violation - every outstanding finding is documented in federal records for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,044 residents across its service territory.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,044
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
10
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
4
Contaminants Flagged
$282K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$80,927
Median Household Income
7,192
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Boyd serves a community with a median household income of $80,927 and an estimated 7,192 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Boyd'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
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 41% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Boyd compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead and Copper Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Similar-sized systems in Texas

1 violation
Sherwood Shores
2,031 people
3 violations
5 violations
City of West Tawakoni
2,061 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $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:

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 $500 (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 Boyd (EPA ID: TX2490002) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,044 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 76023 in Boyd.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 9 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
June 23, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 23, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 15, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 24, 2021 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 5 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 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.

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 City of Boyd (TX2490002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Boyd water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does City of Boyd serve?

City of Boyd serves approximately 2,044 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does City of Boyd get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in City of Boyd's water?
Detected contaminants include Revised Total Coliform Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Total Coliform, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Boyd serve?
City of Boyd serves approximately 2,044 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is City of Boyd's water source?
City of Boyd draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Boyd's service area?
The City of Boyd service area has a median household income of $80,927. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Boyd get its water?
City of Boyd'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). City of Boyd (TX): 10 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2490002/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{City of Boyd (TX): 10 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/tx2490002/}
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

City of Boyd (EPA ID: TX2490002) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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