A92/100
CITY OF BERTRAM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,636 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX0270012
Violations
5
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
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 1, 2024 – April 5, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 BERTRAM
Is CITY OF BERTRAM water safe to drink?
CITY OF BERTRAM water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF BERTRAM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF BERTRAM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF BERTRAM have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF BERTRAM has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does CITY OF BERTRAM serve?
CITY OF BERTRAM serves approximately 3,636 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF BERTRAM provide?
CITY OF BERTRAM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0270012.
How does CITY OF BERTRAM compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF BERTRAM scores 92/100 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.