When: August 1, 2021 – August 4, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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: May 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform 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 QUANAH
Is CITY OF QUANAH water safe to drink?
CITY OF QUANAH water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 65 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF QUANAH detected?
5 contaminants were tested in CITY OF QUANAH's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF QUANAH have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF QUANAH has 65 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF QUANAH serve?
CITY OF QUANAH serves approximately 2,662 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF QUANAH provide?
CITY OF QUANAH 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 TX0990002.
How does CITY OF QUANAH compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF QUANAH 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.