F0/100
CITY OF SAN BENITO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,250 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0310007
Violations
32
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
strontium | 1600.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 840.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 SAN BENITO
Is CITY OF SAN BENITO water safe to drink?
CITY OF SAN BENITO water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 32 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF SAN BENITO detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF SAN BENITO's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, strontium, chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF SAN BENITO have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF SAN BENITO has 32 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 16 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF SAN BENITO serve?
CITY OF SAN BENITO serves approximately 24,250 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF SAN BENITO provide?
CITY OF SAN BENITO 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 TX0310007.
How does CITY OF SAN BENITO compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF SAN BENITO 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.