F0/100
CITY OF TAHOKA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,459 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1530002
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 2, 2024 – September 13, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 2, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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
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 TAHOKA
Is CITY OF TAHOKA water safe to drink?
CITY OF TAHOKA water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF TAHOKA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF TAHOKA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF TAHOKA have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF TAHOKA has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF TAHOKA serve?
CITY OF TAHOKA serves approximately 2,459 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF TAHOKA provide?
CITY OF TAHOKA 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 TX1530002.
How does CITY OF TAHOKA compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF TAHOKA 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.