A85/100
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,314 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0200006
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.36 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 LAKE JACKSON
Is CITY OF LAKE JACKSON water safe to drink?
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON water receives a grade of A (85/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF LAKE JACKSON detected?
70 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LAKE JACKSON's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF LAKE JACKSON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LAKE JACKSON has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CITY OF LAKE JACKSON serve?
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON serves approximately 27,314 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF LAKE JACKSON provide?
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is TX0200006.
How does CITY OF LAKE JACKSON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON scores 85/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.