A80/100
CITY OF TEXAS CITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 54,357 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX0840008
Violations
5
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: July 8, 2023 – August 6, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: July 1, 2023 – July 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform 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 TEXAS CITY
Is CITY OF TEXAS CITY water safe to drink?
CITY OF TEXAS CITY water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF TEXAS CITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF TEXAS CITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF TEXAS CITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF TEXAS CITY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF TEXAS CITY serve?
CITY OF TEXAS CITY serves approximately 54,357 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF TEXAS CITY provide?
CITY OF TEXAS CITY 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 TX0840008.
How does CITY OF TEXAS CITY compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF TEXAS CITY scores 80/100 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.