B60/100
CITY OF GAINESVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 18,107 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0490001
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 GAINESVILLE
Is CITY OF GAINESVILLE water safe to drink?
CITY OF GAINESVILLE water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 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 GAINESVILLE detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF GAINESVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF GAINESVILLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF GAINESVILLE has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF GAINESVILLE serve?
CITY OF GAINESVILLE serves approximately 18,107 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF GAINESVILLE provide?
CITY OF GAINESVILLE 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 TX0490001.
How does CITY OF GAINESVILLE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF GAINESVILLE scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.