F0/100
AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 201,291 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1880001
Violations
201
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – June 11, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – November 1, 2021Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM
Is AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 201 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM has 201 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serve?
AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 201,291 people, Texas.
What type of water does AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM provide?
AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TX1880001.
How does AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Texas?
AMARILLO MUNICIPAL WATER SYSTEM scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.