C58/100
CITY OF FORT WORTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 955,900 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX2200012
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.019 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 WORTH
Is CITY OF FORT WORTH water safe to drink?
CITY OF FORT WORTH water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF FORT WORTH detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF FORT WORTH's water. Notable contaminants include PFHxS, PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF FORT WORTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF FORT WORTH has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include TT, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF FORT WORTH serve?
CITY OF FORT WORTH serves approximately 955,900 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF FORT WORTH provide?
CITY OF FORT WORTH 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 TX2200012.
How does CITY OF FORT WORTH compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF FORT WORTH scores 58/100 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.