A82/100
CITY OF SUGAR LAND — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 90,909 people · Texas
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0790005
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 330.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 SUGAR LAND
Is CITY OF SUGAR LAND water safe to drink?
CITY OF SUGAR LAND water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF SUGAR LAND detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CITY OF SUGAR LAND's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF SUGAR LAND have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF SUGAR LAND has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CITY OF SUGAR LAND serve?
CITY OF SUGAR LAND serves approximately 90,909 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF SUGAR LAND provide?
CITY OF SUGAR LAND 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 TX0790005.
How does CITY OF SUGAR LAND compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF SUGAR LAND scores 82/100 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.