A84/100
CITY OF FORT STOCKTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,142 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX1860001
Violations
9
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
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 15, 2025 – July 1, 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 FORT STOCKTON
Is CITY OF FORT STOCKTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF FORT STOCKTON water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 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 FORT STOCKTON detected?
51 contaminants were tested in CITY OF FORT STOCKTON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF FORT STOCKTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF FORT STOCKTON has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF FORT STOCKTON serve?
CITY OF FORT STOCKTON serves approximately 8,142 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF FORT STOCKTON provide?
CITY OF FORT STOCKTON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1860001.
How does CITY OF FORT STOCKTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF FORT STOCKTON scores 84/100 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.