B69/100
CITY OF LIVINGSTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,199 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1870002
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: March 1, 2022 – April 6, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2021 – February 8, 2022Rule: Ground Water 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 LIVINGSTON
Is CITY OF LIVINGSTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF LIVINGSTON water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 72 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF LIVINGSTON detected?
72 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LIVINGSTON's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF LIVINGSTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LIVINGSTON has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MON. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF LIVINGSTON serve?
CITY OF LIVINGSTON serves approximately 15,199 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF LIVINGSTON provide?
CITY OF LIVINGSTON 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 TX1870002.
How does CITY OF LIVINGSTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF LIVINGSTON scores 69/100 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.