A90/100
CITY OF CALDWELL — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,358 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0260001
Violations
7
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – June 15, 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 CALDWELL
Is CITY OF CALDWELL water safe to drink?
CITY OF CALDWELL water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 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 CALDWELL detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CALDWELL's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CALDWELL have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CALDWELL has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF CALDWELL serve?
CITY OF CALDWELL serves approximately 4,358 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF CALDWELL provide?
CITY OF CALDWELL sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0260001.
How does CITY OF CALDWELL compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF CALDWELL scores 90/100 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.