D38/100
CITY OF REFUGIO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,728 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX1960001
Violations
59
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2024 – July 8, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – July 31, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – March 20, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 23, 2021 – June 30, 2025Rule: 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 REFUGIO
Is CITY OF REFUGIO water safe to drink?
CITY OF REFUGIO water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 59 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF REFUGIO detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF REFUGIO's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF REFUGIO have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF REFUGIO has 59 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does CITY OF REFUGIO serve?
CITY OF REFUGIO serves approximately 2,728 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF REFUGIO provide?
CITY OF REFUGIO sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX1960001.
How does CITY OF REFUGIO compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF REFUGIO scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.