C47/100
CITY OF LUFKIN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 51,236 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
TX0030004
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.48 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 2016.
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 LUFKIN
Is CITY OF LUFKIN water safe to drink?
CITY OF LUFKIN water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF LUFKIN detected?
67 contaminants were tested in CITY OF LUFKIN'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 LUFKIN have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF LUFKIN has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF LUFKIN serve?
CITY OF LUFKIN serves approximately 51,236 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF LUFKIN provide?
CITY OF LUFKIN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0030004.
How does CITY OF LUFKIN compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF LUFKIN 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.