C54/100
CITY OF ALPINE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,000 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX0220001
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
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 5, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – October 25, 2023Enforcement: 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 CITY OF ALPINE
Is CITY OF ALPINE water safe to drink?
CITY OF ALPINE water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF ALPINE detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ALPINE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF ALPINE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ALPINE has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ALPINE serve?
CITY OF ALPINE serves approximately 6,000 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF ALPINE provide?
CITY OF ALPINE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0220001.
How does CITY OF ALPINE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF ALPINE scores 54/100 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.