C42/100
CITY OF SHEPHERD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,411 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX2040001
Violations
47
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
8
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: May 15, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – April 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – September 18, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 8, 2023 – June 21, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2022 – February 22, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Consumer Confidence Report
When: February 1, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: July 4, 2021 – June 21, 2023Rule: 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 SHEPHERD
Is CITY OF SHEPHERD water safe to drink?
CITY OF SHEPHERD water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 47 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF SHEPHERD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF SHEPHERD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF SHEPHERD have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF SHEPHERD has 47 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF SHEPHERD serve?
CITY OF SHEPHERD serves approximately 3,411 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF SHEPHERD provide?
CITY OF SHEPHERD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX2040001.
How does CITY OF SHEPHERD compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF SHEPHERD scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.