C51/100
CITY OF ABILENE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 125,182 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2210001
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.026 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.026 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 311.02 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 CITY OF ABILENE
Is CITY OF ABILENE water safe to drink?
CITY OF ABILENE water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF ABILENE detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ABILENE's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFHxS, PFOA, chlorate. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF ABILENE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ABILENE has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ABILENE serve?
CITY OF ABILENE serves approximately 125,182 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF ABILENE provide?
CITY OF ABILENE 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 TX2210001.
How does CITY OF ABILENE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF ABILENE scores 51/100 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.