A80/100
CITY OF PORTLAND — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,933 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
—
System ID
TX2050005
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 390.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 15, 2024 – February 7, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 PORTLAND
Is CITY OF PORTLAND water safe to drink?
CITY OF PORTLAND water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF PORTLAND detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF PORTLAND's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF PORTLAND have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF PORTLAND has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF PORTLAND serve?
CITY OF PORTLAND serves approximately 22,933 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF PORTLAND provide?
CITY OF PORTLAND 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 TX2050005.
How does CITY OF PORTLAND compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF PORTLAND scores 80/100 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.