B69/100
CITY OF CANTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,028 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2340001
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Missed required monitoring deadline
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to complete routine monitoring
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – September 12, 2024Enforcement: 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 CANTON
Is CITY OF CANTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF CANTON water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF CANTON detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CANTON's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CITY OF CANTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CANTON has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF CANTON serve?
CITY OF CANTON serves approximately 5,028 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF CANTON provide?
CITY OF CANTON 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 TX2340001.
How does CITY OF CANTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF CANTON scores 69/100 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.