City of Runaway Bay
EPA ID: TX2490017 ยท 2,458 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for City of Runaway Bay (TX2490017): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Five-year compliance data for City of Runaway Bay includes 1 violation the EPA has not yet marked resolved - those open findings are part of the utility's current enforcement profile, covering a service population of approximately 2,458 residents across the area it supplies.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for City of Runaway Bay Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The City of Runaway Bay serves a community with a median household income of $79,285 and an estimated 28,234 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 34% 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.
๐ Where Does Your Water Come From?
City of Runaway Bay'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How City of Runaway Bay compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.
Lead and Copper Rule at 7 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Chlorite at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded.
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
City of Runaway Bay (EPA ID: TX2490017) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 2,458 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 24 resolved, 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| January 1, 2026 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| December 6, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 1, 2025 | E. coli | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| October 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| October 1, 2025 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2025 | Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Health-based | Archived |
| May 1, 2025 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| May 1, 2025 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| June 1, 2024 | Chlorite | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| March 31, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| January 1, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| December 31, 2023 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2023 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| April 9, 2023 | Lead and Copper 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) | Disinfection Byproducts | 7 | Yes |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 7 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 3 | Yes |
| Chlorite | Disinfection Byproducts | 2 | No |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 1 | No |
| E. coli | Microbiological | 1 | No |
Health Risk Details
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) (EPA limit: 0.06 mg/L)
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects At-risk groups: pregnant women, infants, long-term consumers of chlorinated municipal water.
Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, reverse osmosis. Find the right filter โ
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 FilterFree 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 Runaway Bay (TX2490017) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City of Runaway Bay water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for City of Runaway Bay. 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 City of Runaway Bay serve?
City of Runaway Bay serves approximately 2,458 people across 4 ZIP codes in Texas.
Where does City of Runaway Bay get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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What You Can Do
Test your water
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Check your specific ZIP code
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Contact your utility
City of Runaway Bay (EPA ID: TX2490017) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.