Water System Report TX

Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno

EPA ID: TX2530003 · 1,254 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,254 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

1,254
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$90K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

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

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 3 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$35,763
Median Household Income
13,085
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno serves a community with a median household income of $35,763 and an estimated 13,085 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?

Surface Water

Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Zapata 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

27 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 39% 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. 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $2,300 (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

Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno (EPA ID: TX2530003) is a community water system in Texas that serves approximately 1,254 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 78076 in Zapata.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno (TX2530003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno serve?

Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno serves approximately 1,254 people across 1 ZIP code in Texas.

Where does Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno serve?
Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno serves approximately 1,254 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno's water source?
Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno's service area?
The Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno service area has a median household income of $35,763. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno get its water?
Zapata County San Ygnacio and Ramireno'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.
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