F0/100
CITY OF LA FERIA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,226 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0310003
Violations
45
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – March 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 6, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – March 1, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 11, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 LA FERIA
Is CITY OF LA FERIA water safe to drink?
CITY OF LA FERIA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF LA FERIA detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LA FERIA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF LA FERIA have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LA FERIA has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 21 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF LA FERIA serve?
CITY OF LA FERIA serves approximately 7,226 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF LA FERIA provide?
CITY OF LA FERIA 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 TX0310003.
How does CITY OF LA FERIA compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF LA FERIA scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.