C46/100
CITY OF DEKALB — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,511 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0190001
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 15, 2025 – June 27, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 DEKALB
Is CITY OF DEKALB water safe to drink?
CITY OF DEKALB water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF DEKALB detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF DEKALB's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CITY OF DEKALB have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF DEKALB has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF DEKALB serve?
CITY OF DEKALB serves approximately 1,511 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF DEKALB provide?
CITY OF DEKALB 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 TX0190001.
How does CITY OF DEKALB compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF DEKALB scores 46/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.