C54/100
CITY OF UVALDE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,450 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX2320002
Violations
43
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 25, 2022 – January 5, 2023Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 27, 2021 – April 5, 2022Rule: Consumer Confidence 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 UVALDE
Is CITY OF UVALDE water safe to drink?
CITY OF UVALDE water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 43 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF UVALDE detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF UVALDE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF UVALDE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF UVALDE has 43 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF UVALDE serve?
CITY OF UVALDE serves approximately 17,450 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF UVALDE provide?
CITY OF UVALDE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX2320002.
How does CITY OF UVALDE compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF UVALDE scores 54/100 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.