B63/100
CITY OF NEW BOSTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,059 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0190003
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – April 21, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 21, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – December 19, 2023Enforcement: 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 NEW BOSTON
Is CITY OF NEW BOSTON water safe to drink?
CITY OF NEW BOSTON water receives a grade of B (63/100), which is considered good. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF NEW BOSTON detected?
51 contaminants were tested in CITY OF NEW BOSTON's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CITY OF NEW BOSTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF NEW BOSTON has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF NEW BOSTON serve?
CITY OF NEW BOSTON serves approximately 7,059 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF NEW BOSTON provide?
CITY OF NEW BOSTON 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 TX0190003.
How does CITY OF NEW BOSTON compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF NEW BOSTON scores 63/100 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.