B70/100
CITY OF BIG LAKE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,965 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX1920001
Violations
14
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 BIG LAKE
Is CITY OF BIG LAKE water safe to drink?
CITY OF BIG LAKE water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF BIG LAKE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF BIG LAKE's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CITY OF BIG LAKE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF BIG LAKE has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF BIG LAKE serve?
CITY OF BIG LAKE serves approximately 2,965 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF BIG LAKE provide?
CITY OF BIG LAKE sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1920001.
How does CITY OF BIG LAKE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF BIG LAKE scores 70/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.