F0/100
CITY OF VENUS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,170 people · Texas
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
TX1260006
Violations
41
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – June 12, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 VENUS
Is CITY OF VENUS water safe to drink?
CITY OF VENUS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 41 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF VENUS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF VENUS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF VENUS have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF VENUS has 41 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 17 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF VENUS serve?
CITY OF VENUS serves approximately 3,170 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF VENUS provide?
CITY OF VENUS 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 TX1260006.
How does CITY OF VENUS compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF VENUS 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.