A82/100
CITY OF ARLINGTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 405,420 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2200001
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 2020.
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 ARLINGTON
Is CITY OF ARLINGTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF ARLINGTON water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF ARLINGTON detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ARLINGTON's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF ARLINGTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ARLINGTON has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ARLINGTON serve?
CITY OF ARLINGTON serves approximately 405,420 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF ARLINGTON provide?
CITY OF ARLINGTON 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 TX2200001.
How does CITY OF ARLINGTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF ARLINGTON scores 82/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.