A92/100
CITY OF DAYTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,393 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX1460002
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – September 19, 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 DAYTON
Is CITY OF DAYTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF DAYTON water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 46 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF DAYTON detected?
46 contaminants were tested in CITY OF DAYTON's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CITY OF DAYTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF DAYTON has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF DAYTON serve?
CITY OF DAYTON serves approximately 15,393 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF DAYTON provide?
CITY OF DAYTON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1460002.
How does CITY OF DAYTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF DAYTON 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.