C47/100
CITY OF KARNES CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,269 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX1280001
Violations
22
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
6
Violations (last 5yr)
4
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 1, 2025 – August 26, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: November 19, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 25, 2021 – November 22, 2021Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 KARNES CITY
Is CITY OF KARNES CITY water safe to drink?
CITY OF KARNES CITY water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF KARNES CITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF KARNES CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF KARNES CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF KARNES CITY has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MCL, RPT. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF KARNES CITY serve?
CITY OF KARNES CITY serves approximately 4,269 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF KARNES CITY provide?
CITY OF KARNES CITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1280001.
How does CITY OF KARNES CITY compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF KARNES CITY scores 47/100 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.