C47/100
ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,305 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX0370055
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 15, 2025 – August 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2024 – February 13, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT
Is ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT water safe to drink?
ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, RPT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT serve?
ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT serves approximately 1,305 people, Texas.
What type of water does ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT provide?
ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0370055.
How does ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT compare to other utilities in Texas?
ALTO RURAL WSC CENTRAL HIGH PLANT scores 47/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.