F0/100
CITY OF ELSA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,500 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1080005
Violations
89
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 2000.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – November 20, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – November 12, 2021Enforcement: 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 ELSA
Is CITY OF ELSA water safe to drink?
CITY OF ELSA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 89 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF ELSA detected?
51 contaminants were tested in CITY OF ELSA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF ELSA have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF ELSA has 89 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF ELSA serve?
CITY OF ELSA serves approximately 5,500 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF ELSA provide?
CITY OF ELSA 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 TX1080005.
How does CITY OF ELSA compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF ELSA scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.