F0/100
BENTON CITY WSC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,940 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX1630034
Violations
31
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.52 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 BENTON CITY WSC
Is BENTON CITY WSC water safe to drink?
BENTON CITY WSC water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 31 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BENTON CITY WSC detected?
67 contaminants were tested in BENTON CITY WSC's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BENTON CITY WSC have any EPA violations?
Yes, BENTON CITY WSC has 31 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 23 are health-based violations.
How many people does BENTON CITY WSC serve?
BENTON CITY WSC serves approximately 20,940 people, Texas.
What type of water does BENTON CITY WSC provide?
BENTON CITY WSC sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1630034.
How does BENTON CITY WSC compare to other utilities in Texas?
BENTON CITY WSC 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.