B74/100
CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,878 people · Texas
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
TX0200010
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 252.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 WEST COLUMBIA
Is CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA water safe to drink?
CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 51 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 WEST COLUMBIA detected?
51 contaminants were tested in CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA serve?
CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA serves approximately 3,878 people, Texas.
What type of water does CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA provide?
CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is TX0200010.
How does CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA compare to other utilities in Texas?
CITY OF WEST COLUMBIA scores 74/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Texas state page for a full comparison of water systems.