B76/100
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,100 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0460027
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 GARDEN RIDGE
Is CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE water safe to drink?
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE water receives a grade of B (76/100), 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 GARDEN RIDGE detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MR, MON.
How many people does CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE serve?
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE serves approximately 5,100 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE provide?
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0460027.
How does CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE scores 76/100 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.