A87/100
CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,470 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1012281
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 – January 18, 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 PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES
Is CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES water safe to drink?
CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES serve?
CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES serves approximately 1,470 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES provide?
CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES 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 TX1012281.
How does CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES scores 87/100 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.