B78/100
CITY OF BROWNWOOD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 18,862 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0250002
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 BROWNWOOD
Is CITY OF BROWNWOOD water safe to drink?
CITY OF BROWNWOOD water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 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 BROWNWOOD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF BROWNWOOD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF BROWNWOOD have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF BROWNWOOD has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF BROWNWOOD serve?
CITY OF BROWNWOOD serves approximately 18,862 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF BROWNWOOD provide?
CITY OF BROWNWOOD sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TX0250002.
How does CITY OF BROWNWOOD compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF BROWNWOOD scores 78/100 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.