CheckPFAS

ZIP Code 76009

High Risk
High Risk PFAS Risk Level

PFAS above EPA limits detected

1 compound exceed EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels in water serving this ZIP code. Standard pitcher filters like Brita do not remove PFAS. See filter recommendations below.

17
PFAS Detected
1
Above EPA Limits
5
Water Systems
155%
Highest % of MCL

Compounds Exceeding EPA Limits

PFOS Exceeds EPA limit
0 ppt MCL: 4 ppt 155% of limit
Detected: 6.20 ppt

What this means for you

One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the EPA's enforceable drinking water limit at a utility serving ZIP 76009. The EPA set these limits because long-term exposure at higher concentrations is associated with health effects including immune suppression, thyroid changes, and cancer risk increases. Standard pitcher filters (Brita, PUR) are not certified to remove PFAS. The most reliable at-home options are under-sink reverse osmosis systems or activated carbon block filters with an NSF/ANSI 58 certification specifically listing PFOA/PFOS reduction. Your water utility is required to bring levels into compliance by 2029 — filtering at the tap is the practical interim step if you'd like additional protection now.

MOUNTAIN PEAK SUD

TX0700042 High Risk
Water Type
Groundwater
PFAS Detected
6
Above MCL
1
State
Texas
Data Period
2023–2025

PFAS Test Results

CompoundDetectedvs. EPA LimitEPA LimitStatus
PFOS
Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid
6.20ppt
155% of limit
4 ppt⚠ Exceeds MCL
lithium
76300.00pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFBA
Perfluorobutanoic acid
9.70pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFPeA
Perfluoropentanoic acid
7.20pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFHxA
Perfluorohexanoic acid
6.10pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFBS
Perfluorobutane sulfonic acid
3.40pptNo federal limitUnregulated

CITY OF ALVARADO

TX1260001 Low Level
Water Type
Surface Water
PFAS Detected
3
Above MCL
0
State
Texas
Data Period
2023–2025

PFAS Test Results

CompoundDetectedvs. EPA LimitEPA LimitStatus
PFBA
Perfluorobutanoic acid
6.50pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFPeA
Perfluoropentanoic acid
3.40pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFHxA
Perfluorohexanoic acid
3.20pptNo federal limitUnregulated

BETHANY SUD

TX1260016 Low Level
Water Type
MX
PFAS Detected
2
Above MCL
0
State
Texas
Data Period
2023–2025

PFAS Test Results

CompoundDetectedvs. EPA LimitEPA LimitStatus
lithium
71400.00pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFBA
Perfluorobutanoic acid
6.50pptNo federal limitUnregulated

JOHNSON COUNTY SUD

TX1260018 Moderate
Water Type
Groundwater
PFAS Detected
5
Above MCL
0
State
Texas
Data Period
2023–2025

PFAS Test Results

CompoundDetectedvs. EPA LimitEPA LimitStatus
lithium
65600.00pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFBA
Perfluorobutanoic acid
13.80pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFPeA
Perfluoropentanoic acid
5.00pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFHxA
Perfluorohexanoic acid
4.50pptNo federal limitUnregulated
PFBS
Perfluorobutane sulfonic acid
3.40pptNo federal limitUnregulated

METROPLEX HOMESTEADS WATER SUPPLY

TX1260074 Low Level
Water Type
Groundwater
PFAS Detected
1
Above MCL
0
State
Texas
Data Period
2023–2025

PFAS Test Results

CompoundDetectedvs. EPA LimitEPA LimitStatus
lithium
72500.00pptNo federal limitUnregulated
Note: ZIP code 76009 is served by 5 separate water utilities. Results above show data for each system independently.
About this data
Source
EPA UCMR 5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle)
Data released
January 2026
Sampling period
January 2023 – December 2025
Systems tested
~10,000 public water systems serving > 25 people
Water systems (PWSID)
TX0700042, TX1260001, TX1260016, TX1260018, TX1260074
Detection threshold (MRL)
~1.5–2 ppt — "Not detected" means below this floor, not zero

Values shown are the highest single-sample concentration measured at entry points to the distribution system. Results reflect water quality at the treatment plant — aging pipes, building plumbing, and on-site storage can affect what actually reaches your tap.