F0/100
CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 157,000 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1650001
Violations
90
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFHxS | 0.011 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
strontium | 2800.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: November 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: January 1, 2023 – January 31, 2023Rule: Surface Water Treatment 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 MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT
Is CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT water safe to drink?
CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 90 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT's water. Notable contaminants include PFHxS, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), strontium. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT has 90 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MCL, Other. 76 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT serve?
CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT serves approximately 157,000 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT provide?
CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT 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 TX1650001.
How does CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF MIDLAND WATER PURIFICATION PLANT 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.