A87/100
CITY OF PHARR — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 79,715 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1080009
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
strontium | 1530.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 434.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2015.
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 PHARR
Is CITY OF PHARR water safe to drink?
CITY OF PHARR water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF PHARR detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF PHARR's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), strontium, chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF PHARR have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF PHARR has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF PHARR serve?
CITY OF PHARR serves approximately 79,715 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF PHARR provide?
CITY OF PHARR 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 TX1080009.
How does CITY OF PHARR compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF PHARR 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.